Atty. Paul J. Ferak
Paul Ferak is Chair of Greenberg Traurig’s global Financial Services Litigation practice. A recognized leader in the financial services industry, he brings deep knowledge of complex litigation and other matters, having served as lead and co-lead counsel in cases nationwide, including those involving cross-border matters.
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Paul J. Ferak is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, m&a, and litigation. Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 2000) and Order of the Coif Editor-in-Chief, Chicago-Kent Law Review Northern Illinois University (B.A. Political, 1997). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Paul Ferak is Chair of Greenberg Traurig’s global Financial Services Litigation practice
- A recognized leader in the financial services industry, he brings deep knowledge of complex litigation and other matters, having served as lead and co-lead counsel in cases nationwide, including those involving cross-border matters
- Paul and his team are well-versed in KYC, AML, and industry policies and procedures, and they closely monitor and anticipate trends and emerging risks impacting the industry
- Paul’s practice covers multiple product areas, including securities, cryptocurrencies, bank and credit products, commercial and residential loans, and other complex financial products
- His matters span numerous affected industries, providing additional depth and business knowledge
- He handles all types of class, individual, and trustee/receiver cases, and regularly deals with related government and other matters
- With substantial experience in court and arbitration, including class actions and mass arbitrations, Paul brings a deep understanding of the financial services landscape
- His wide reach of cases and depth of experience offer insight into the industry and have enabled him to help shape and strengthen the law in multiple areas
- Paul also helps lead litigation within the firm’s Franchise & Distribution practice
- He has represented global franchisors and other companies in high-stakes litigation involving claims of breach of contract, breach of good faith and fair dealing, fraud, tortious interference, and violation of various franchise and other laws
- He has broad experience handling franchise terminations, nonrenewals, and the enforcement of in-term and post-termination covenants
- He has handled both class and individual franchise cases
- Paul also represents financial institutions, private equity firms, and other clients in a variety of complex business disputes, including working capital, earn-out, and other post-acquisition claims, both in arbitration and in court
- Concentrations •Commercial litigation •Bank litigation •Class action defense •Merger and acquisition disputes •Franchise litigation Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, Crain’s Chicago Business, “Notable Gen X Leaders in Law,” 2019 •Listed, Leading Lawyers Network, 2019-2026 •Named, Client Service All Star, BTI Client Service All-Stars Report, 2018 •Team Member, The American Lawyer’s “Products Liability Litigation Department of the Year,” 2018 •Team Member, U.S
- News - Best Lawyers, Best Law Firms Edition, 'Law Firm of the Year,' Banking & Finance - Litigation, 2017 •Member, Winning Team, Global M&A Network’s Turnaround Atlas Award, 'Insolvency Deal of the Year - Middle Markets,' for the Chapter 11 restructuring of ShengdaTech, Inc., 2013
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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.
Paul J. Ferak is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Paul J. Ferak is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Paul J. Ferak is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →
Paul J. Ferak is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Paul J. Ferak is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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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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