Atty. Kenneth N. Flaxman

Atty. Kenneth N. Flaxman

The principal of the firm, Kenneth N. Flaxman, has been litigating cases at all levels of the federal and state court systems for more than 40 years.

Chicago Chicago 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Kenneth N. Flaxman at a glance

Kenneth N. Flaxman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kenneth N. Flaxman, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972), North Carolina (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Seventh and District of Columbia Circuits (1975). Educated at IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1972) and City College of the City University of New York (B.E.E., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • The principal of the firm, Kenneth N. Flaxman, has been litigating cases at all levels of the federal and state court systems for more than 40 years
  • The bulk of Flaxman's practice is in the federal courts
  • Flaxman has argued more than 200 appeals, including five matters before the United States Supreme Court
  • Flaxman has successfully prosecuted several significant civil rights cases, including a lawsuit against Calumet City, Illinois that secured a 5.4 million dollar settlement for more than 300 women who had been strip-searched after arrests on minor charges
  • Flaxman is currently prosecuting several large class actions arising out of conditions at the Cook County Jail and the Jerome Combs Jail in Kankakee, Illinois

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth N. Flaxman's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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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 Kenneth N. Flaxman

Where is Kenneth N. Flaxman's law office located?
Kenneth N. Flaxman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kenneth N. Flaxman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth N. Flaxman handle?
Kenneth N. Flaxman focuses on litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Kenneth N. Flaxman practiced law?
Kenneth N. Flaxman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Kenneth N. Flaxman go to law school?
Kenneth N. Flaxman earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.E.E., 1968).
How can I contact Kenneth N. Flaxman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kenneth N. Flaxman received?
Kenneth N. Flaxman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1972
B.E.E.
City College of the City University of New York
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1972
North Carolina
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fourth, Seventh and District of Columbia Circuits
Admitted: 1975

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