Atty. Eric Michael Chial
Eric Michael Chial is a lawyer practicing securities, arbitration, commercial litigation. Eric received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 35+ Years Experience
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About Eric Michael Chial at a Glance
Eric Michael Chial is a business, securities, litigation, and adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1991) and Michigan State University (B.A. Psychology, 1987). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Michael Chial
- Eric Michael Chial is a lawyer practicing securities, arbitration, commercial litigation
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Eric practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Michael Chial's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Michael Chial handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Eric Michael Chial is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Securities Law in Chicago
Eric Michael Chial is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Eric Michael Chial is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Eric Michael Chial is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 Chicago 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Eric Michael Chial
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 Michael Chial's practice in the field of business, securities, litigation, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Michael Chial brings 35+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and litigation, Eric Michael Chial can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Eric Michael Chial attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric Michael Chial Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Michael Chial 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 Michael Chial directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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