Atty. Erin Walsh

Atty. Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Erin, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2022.

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Profile Summary

About Erin Walsh at a glance

Erin Walsh is a employment, litigation, and education attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Franczek PC. Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Erin Walsh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Education Law, Labor and Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Erin, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2022
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Erin is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Erin Walsh's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Erin Walsh is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Erin Walsh is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Erin Walsh is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Illinois →

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 Erin Walsh

Where is Erin Walsh's law office located?
Erin Walsh's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Franczek PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erin Walsh handle?
Erin Walsh focuses on employment, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Erin Walsh go to law school?
Erin Walsh earned their education at (J.D., 2013).
How can I contact Erin Walsh for a consultation?
You can contact Erin Walsh directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Erin Walsh received?
Erin Walsh's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Education Law; Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Education Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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