Atty. Matthew David Elster

Atty. Matthew David Elster

Matthew David Elster is a lawyer practicing appeals, family, litigation. Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Chicago Chicago 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew David Elster at a glance

Matthew David Elster is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Beermann LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on family law, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010). Educated at Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of Illinois (B.S., 2005). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew David Elster is a lawyer practicing appeals, family, litigation
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Matthew practices at Beermann LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew David Elster's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Matthew David Elster

Where is Matthew David Elster's law office located?
Matthew David Elster's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Beermann LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew David Elster handle?
Matthew David Elster focuses on family law, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew David Elster practiced law?
Matthew David Elster has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Matthew David Elster go to law school?
Matthew David Elster earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S., 2005).
How can I contact Matthew David Elster for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Notre Dame Law School
- 2010
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 2005

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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