Atty. Nicholas A. Gowen

Atty. Nicholas A. Gowen

Nicholas A. Gowen is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, government & regulatory and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Nicholas A. Gowen at a glance

Nicholas A. Gowen is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Central District (2003) and Indiana (2010). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Illinois at Chicago (B.A., 2000). Active member of Professional/Community •Chicago State University, Board of Trustees, Chairman (previously Vice-Chairman), 2017-present •Illinois Equal Justice Foundation, Board of Directors •Project H, O, and O. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicholas A. Gowen is a lawyer practicing litigation, labor and employment, government & regulatory and 4 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Chicago in 2000, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Nicholas practices at Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas A. Gowen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicholas A. Gowen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Nicholas A. Gowen

Where is Nicholas A. Gowen's law office located?
Nicholas A. Gowen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas A. Gowen handle?
Nicholas A. Gowen focuses on criminal defense, employment, ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Nicholas A. Gowen practiced law?
Nicholas A. Gowen has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Nicholas A. Gowen go to law school?
Nicholas A. Gowen earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 2000).
How can I contact Nicholas A. Gowen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 2003
B.A.
University of Illinois at Chicago
- 2000

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit U.S. District Court for the Central District
Admitted: 2003
Indiana
Admitted: 2010

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