Atty. Matthew J. Piers

Atty. Matthew J. Piers

Mr. Matthew J.

Chicago Chicago 52 yrs experience 52 year
Call (224) 312-2756 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Matthew J. Piers at a glance

Matthew J. Piers is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, employment, business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1974), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois including (1976), and Trial Bar (1982). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1974) and Cornell University (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American College of Trial Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Matthew J. Piers is a lawyer practicing trial practice, appellate practice, civil rights and 10 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a degree from Cornell University, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Matthew practices at Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew J. Piers's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Matthew J. Piers is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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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 J. Piers

Where is Matthew J. Piers's law office located?
Matthew J. Piers's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew J. Piers handle?
Matthew J. Piers focuses on wrongful termination, employment, business, class action, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew J. Piers practiced law?
Matthew J. Piers has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Matthew J. Piers go to law school?
Matthew J. Piers earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (—).
How can I contact Matthew J. Piers for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew J. Piers 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 J. Piers received?
Matthew J. Piers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1974
Cornell University
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois including
Admitted: 1976
Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
Indiana
Admitted: 2007

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