Atty. Michael E. Rusin
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Employment Liability Defense & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 48+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Rusin at a Glance
Michael E. Rusin is a Board of Directors, President – CEO based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Rusin Law, Ltd.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978) and U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D. Order, 1978) and Northwestern University (B.A. History, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Workers Compensation Lawyers Association Illinois Self-Insurers Association National Council of Self-Insurers Worker's Compensation Claim's Association Greater Peoria Claims Association Council on Litigation Management. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Rusin
Awards
AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
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Martindale Peer Awards
A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:
AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Michael E. Rusin got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Awards
Top Contributor: The Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, .com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the community.
Client’s Choice: The Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Rusin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Rusin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael E. Rusin is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael E. Rusin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Chicago
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael E. Rusin is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael E. Rusin is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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 Michael E. Rusin
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 Michael E. Rusin's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Rusin brings 48+ 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 and U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Michael E. Rusin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Michael E. Rusin 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 Michael E. Rusin 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 Michael E. Rusin Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael E. Rusin has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael E. Rusin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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