Atty. Joel Herrera

Atty. Joel Herrera

Joel Herrera is a lawyer practicing workers compensation. Joel received a degree from University of Illinois in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Chicago Chicago 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Herrera at a glance

Joel Herrera is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baum, Ruffolo & Marzal, Ltd.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at Northern Illinois University College of Law (J.D., 2001) and University of Illinois Class of 1998 (—). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Joel Herrera is a lawyer practicing workers compensation
  • Joel received a degree from University of Illinois in 1998, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Joel practices at Baum, Ruffolo & Marzal, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Herrera's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

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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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 Joel Herrera

Where is Joel Herrera's law office located?
Joel Herrera's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baum, Ruffolo & Marzal, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Herrera handle?
Joel Herrera focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Joel Herrera practiced law?
Joel Herrera has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
What languages does Joel Herrera speak?
Joel Herrera provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Joel Herrera go to law school?
Joel Herrera earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (—).
How can I contact Joel Herrera for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University College of Law
- 2001
University of Illinois Class of 1998
- In Progress

Languages

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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