Atty. Eric J. Cohen
Eric J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, labor and employment.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Streamwood, IL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Eric J. Cohen at a Glance
Eric J. Cohen is an Assoc. Reg. Coun., U.S. Environ. Protection Agcy. based in Streamwood, Illinois. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1983). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1983) and State University of New York (B.A. Syracuse, 1973). Serves clients in Streamwood, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric J. Cohen
- Eric J. Cohen is a lawyer practicing environmental law, administrative law, labor and employment
- Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York in 1973, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Eric practices in Streamwood, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Eric J. Cohen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J. Cohen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Streamwood.
Employment Law in Streamwood
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Eric J. Cohen is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Environmental Law in Streamwood
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
Eric J. Cohen is one of 55,977 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Streamwood
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Eric J. Cohen is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Streamwood
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 Streamwood 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 venue, 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.
Streamwood Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Streamwood-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Streamwood Choose Eric J. Cohen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric J. Cohen's practice in the field of employment, environmental, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric J. Cohen brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Eric J. Cohen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, environmental, and government, Eric J. Cohen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Streamwood
A Streamwood-based practice means Eric J. Cohen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric J. Cohen Handles in Streamwood
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric J. Cohen has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Eric J. Cohen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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