Atty. Eric Frederick Rinehart

Atty. Eric Frederick Rinehart

Eric Frederick Rinehart is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, antitrust / trade law, criminal felonies and 7 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Waukegan Waukegan 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Eric Frederick Rinehart at a glance

Eric Frederick Rinehart is a Member based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at Malia & Rinehart, P.C.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, expungement, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2001), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2002). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 2001) and Knox College (B.A., 1998). Active member of American Bar Association. Serands clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Frederick Rinehart is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, antitrust / trade law, criminal felonies and 7 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Eric practices at Malia & Rinehart, P.C. in Waukegan, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Frederick Rinehart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Frederick Rinehart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Expungement & Sealing

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Waukegan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Frederick Rinehart

Where is Eric Frederick Rinehart's law office located?
Eric Frederick Rinehart's law practice is located in Waukegan, Illinois. The firm is Malia & Rinehart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Frederick Rinehart handle?
Eric Frederick Rinehart focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, expungement, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Eric Frederick Rinehart practiced law?
Eric Frederick Rinehart has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Eric Frederick Rinehart go to law school?
Eric Frederick Rinehart earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Eric Frederick Rinehart for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 2001
B.A.
Knox College
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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