Atty. Howard Hamilton Ankin

Atty. Howard Hamilton Ankin

Howard Ankin is a graduate of the University of Illinois and The John Marshall Law School. A third-generation lawyer, he has a deep passion for the law that has been ingrained in him since birth.

Chicago Chicago 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Hamilton Ankin at a glance

Howard Hamilton Ankin is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at The Muller Firm, LTD.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1993), and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1994). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1993) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Howard Ankin is a graduate of the University of Illinois and The John Marshall Law School
  • A third-generation lawyer, he has a deep passion for the law that has been ingrained in him since birth
  • Mr. Ankin is the principal of the ANKIN LAW OFFICE, LLC, and alongside his father and partner, Paul B. Ankin, has extensive experience practicing in personal injury, worker’s compensation, and wrongful death at their office located at 162 W. Grand in Chicago, Illinois 60654
  • As special tort law counsel to The Muller Firm, LTD., Mr. Ankin prides himself on the hundreds of families throughout Illinois who repeatedly return to him for legal guidance at all stages of their lives

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Hamilton Ankin's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Death

Howard Hamilton Ankin is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Howard Hamilton Ankin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Howard Hamilton Ankin is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Howard Hamilton Ankin

Where is Howard Hamilton Ankin's law office located?
Howard Hamilton Ankin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is The Muller Firm, LTD.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Hamilton Ankin handle?
Howard Hamilton Ankin focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Howard Hamilton Ankin practiced law?
Howard Hamilton Ankin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Howard Hamilton Ankin go to law school?
Howard Hamilton Ankin earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Howard Hamilton Ankin for a consultation?
You can contact Howard Hamilton Ankin 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 Howard Hamilton Ankin received?
Howard Hamilton Ankin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1993
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1994

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