Atty. Michael R. Goldfein

Atty. Michael R. Goldfein

Michael R. Goldfein is a lawyer practicing employment & labor.

Northbrook Northbrook 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Michael R. Goldfein at a glance

Michael R. Goldfein is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Berlin & Braude. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1980), and U.S. Claims Court (1985). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1980) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1972). Active member of Chicago (Member, Corporate Law Committee, 1994— Labor and Employment Law Committee, 1992—) and Federal Bar Associations. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael R. Goldfein is a lawyer practicing employment & labor
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at Berlin & Braude in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Goldfein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael R. Goldfein 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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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 Northbrook 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 Michael R. Goldfein

Where is Michael R. Goldfein's law office located?
Michael R. Goldfein's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Berlin & Braude. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Goldfein handle?
Michael R. Goldfein focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael R. Goldfein practiced law?
Michael R. Goldfein has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael R. Goldfein go to law school?
Michael R. Goldfein earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1972).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1980
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1985

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