Atty. Matthew Bart Schiff

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.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Bart Schiff's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

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Employment Law

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

Matthew Bart Schiff is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Matthew Bart Schiff

Where is Matthew Bart Schiff's law office located?
Matthew Bart Schiff's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sugar Felsenthal Grais and Helsinger. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Bart Schiff handle?
Matthew Bart Schiff focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Bart Schiff practiced law?
Matthew Bart Schiff has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Matthew Bart Schiff go to law school?
Matthew Bart Schiff earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Matthew Bart Schiff for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Bart Schiff 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 Matthew Bart Schiff received?
Matthew Bart Schiff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1982
B.A.
Cornell University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999

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