Atty. Philip Adam Bareck

Atty. Philip Adam Bareck

Philip A. Bareck has been with Katz Friedman since 1991, became a partner in 2003, and a shareholder in 2007.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip Adam Bareck at a glance

Philip Adam Bareck is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katz, Friedman, Eagle Eisenstein, Johnson & Bareck, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip A. Bareck has been with Katz Friedman since 1991, became a partner in 2003, and a shareholder in 2007
  • Currently, he is an Adjunct Professor at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law teaching Workers' Compensation Law, has been selected as an Illinois Super Lawyer (5% of the attorneys in Illinois), included in Best Lawyers in Workers’ Compensation Law, awarded inclusion in Top Trial Lawyers (American Trial Lawyers Association top 100 Trial Lawyers for Illinois), Top Attorneys in Illinois, selected as one of America’s Most Honored Professionals, nominated as “10 Best” Workers’ Compensation Attorneys for Illinois by the American Institute of Legal Counsel (AIOLC) and selected by his peers to be a Leading Lawyer in Workers' Compensation Law (fewer than 5% of all licensed attorneys in Illinois)

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Adam Bareck's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Adam Bareck handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Philip Adam Bareck is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

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 Philip Adam Bareck

Where is Philip Adam Bareck's law office located?
Philip Adam Bareck's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katz, Friedman, Eagle Eisenstein, Johnson & Bareck, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Adam Bareck handle?
Philip Adam Bareck focuses on personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Philip Adam Bareck practiced law?
Philip Adam Bareck has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Philip Adam Bareck go to law school?
Philip Adam Bareck earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Philip Adam Bareck for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip Adam Bareck received?
Philip Adam Bareck's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1991
B.S.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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