Atty. Matthew Bart Schiff
Matthew Bart Schiff is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, employment contracts, employment discrimination and 13 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Collective Bargaining & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Bart Schiff at a Glance
Matthew Bart Schiff is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1995). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1982) and Cornell University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Bart Schiff
- Matthew Bart Schiff is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, employment contracts, employment discrimination and 13 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Matthew practices at Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger in Chicago, IL
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Matthew Bart Schiff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Bart Schiff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Wrongful Termination in Chicago
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Workplace Discrimination in Chicago
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Sexual Harassment in Chicago
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Family Law in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Matthew Bart Schiff
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Bart Schiff's practice in the field of wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Bart Schiff brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, Matthew Bart Schiff can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, discrimination, and sexual harassment, Matthew Bart Schiff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Matthew Bart Schiff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Matthew Bart Schiff Handles in Chicago
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