Atty. Rick M. Schoenfield

Atty. Rick M. Schoenfield

Rick M. Schoenfield is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, environmental law, complex litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Rick M. Schoenfield at a glance

Rick M. Schoenfield is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DiVincenzo Schoenfield Swartzman. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1979), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1983). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1976) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Rick M. Schoenfield is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, environmental law, complex litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Rick received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Rick practices at DiVincenzo Schoenfield Swartzman in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Rick M. Schoenfield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick M. Schoenfield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Termination

Rick M. Schoenfield is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Rick M. Schoenfield is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Rick M. Schoenfield is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Rick M. Schoenfield

Where is Rick M. Schoenfield's law office located?
Rick M. Schoenfield's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DiVincenzo Schoenfield Swartzman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rick M. Schoenfield handle?
Rick M. Schoenfield focuses on car accidents, wrongful termination, wrongful death, personal injury, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rick M. Schoenfield practiced law?
Rick M. Schoenfield has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Rick M. Schoenfield go to law school?
Rick M. Schoenfield earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Rick M. Schoenfield for a consultation?
You can contact Rick M. Schoenfield directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Rick M. Schoenfield received?
Rick M. Schoenfield's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1976
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1987

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