Atty. Matthew Thomas Heffner

Atty. Matthew Thomas Heffner

Mr. Matthew Thomas Heffner is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, consumer and 9 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Thomas Heffner at a glance

Matthew Thomas Heffner is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1997) and Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supreme Co (2000). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1997) and Indiana University (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthew Thomas Heffner is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, consumer and 9 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Indiana University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Matthew practices at Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Thomas Heffner's Areas of Practice

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

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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Securities Law

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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 Thomas Heffner

Where is Matthew Thomas Heffner's law office located?
Matthew Thomas Heffner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Susman Heffner & Hurst LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Thomas Heffner handle?
Matthew Thomas Heffner focuses on employment, business, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Matthew Thomas Heffner practiced law?
Matthew Thomas Heffner has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Matthew Thomas Heffner go to law school?
Matthew Thomas Heffner earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Matthew Thomas Heffner for a consultation?
You can contact Matthew Thomas Heffner 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 Thomas Heffner received?
Matthew Thomas Heffner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1997
B.A.
Indiana University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supreme Co
Admitted: 2000

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