Atty. Eric S. Chovanec
Eric S. Chovanec became an associate with Thomas, Mamer & Haughey, LLP in 2009.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Champaign, IL · 17+ Years Experience
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About Eric S. Chovanec at a Glance
Eric S. Chovanec is a Partner based in Champaign, Illinois, practicing at Thomas Mamer LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on workers comp and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2009) and University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana (B.S. Natural, 2006). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Champaign County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Champaign, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric S. Chovanec
- Eric S. Chovanec became an associate with Thomas, Mamer & Haughey, LLP in 2009
- Prior to joining the firm full-time, Mr. Chovanec served as its law clerk
- He concentrates his practice in the areas of workers' compensation and civil litigation
- Additionally, Mr. Chovanec is the City Attorney in regards to ordinance violations for Villa Grove, Gibson City and the Village of Fisher
- A recipient of the Presidential Scholarship, Mr. Chovanec graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2006 where he received a bachelor of science degree in natural resources and environmental sciences, as well as a minor in classical civilizations
- He received his Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2009
- In addition to his practice of law, Mr. Chovanec, a long time Boy Scout, enjoys hunting, hiking and golf
- He is also a volunteer for the judicial phase of Arcola High School's Youth in Student Government program as well as the Arcola High School girl's track program
Practice Areas Explained
Eric S. Chovanec's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric S. Chovanec handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Champaign.
Workers Compensation in Champaign
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Civil Litigation in Champaign
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Champaign
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 Champaign 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.
Champaign Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Champaign-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 Champaign Choose Eric S. Chovanec
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 S. Chovanec's practice in the field of workers comp and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric S. Chovanec brings 17+ 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 workers comp and litigation, Eric S. Chovanec can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Champaign
A Champaign-based practice means Eric S. Chovanec 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 S. Chovanec Handles in Champaign
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