Atty. Eric Shawn Pruitt

Atty. Eric Shawn Pruitt

Eric Shawn Pruitt is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, criminal defense, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Eric Shawn Pruitt at a glance

Eric Shawn Pruitt is a formation, criminal defense, white collar, litigation, and consumer attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2001) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Shawn Pruitt is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, criminal defense, litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1993, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Eric practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Shawn Pruitt's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 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 Shawn Pruitt

Where is Eric Shawn Pruitt's law office located?
Eric Shawn Pruitt's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Shawn Pruitt handle?
Eric Shawn Pruitt focuses on formation, criminal defense, white collar, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Eric Shawn Pruitt practiced law?
Eric Shawn Pruitt has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Eric Shawn Pruitt go to law school?
Eric Shawn Pruitt earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Eric Shawn Pruitt for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 2001
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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