Atty. Scott A. Entin
With more than 20 years of experience in complex litigation, Scott Entin possesses a keen understanding of efficiently handling large-scale, intricate, high-stakes legal matters that cover a wide range of issues. Scott joined Miner, Barnhill & Galland in 2005 and has distinguished himself as a partner who is adept at building complex cases from the ground up and seeing them through to trial.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 23+ Years Experience
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About Scott A. Entin at a Glance
Scott A. Entin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Miner Barnhill Galland P C. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2003), Wisconsin (2004), and U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (2006). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 2003) and University of Wisconsin (B.A. Northwestern, 1999). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Scott A. Entin
- With more than 20 years of experience in complex litigation, Scott Entin possesses a keen understanding of efficiently handling large-scale, intricate, high-stakes legal matters that cover a wide range of issues
- Scott joined Miner, Barnhill & Galland in 2005 and has distinguished himself as a partner who is adept at building complex cases from the ground up and seeing them through to trial
- A member of a toxic tort trial team that secured an Illinois record $363 million verdict, Scott thrives in high-stakes litigation
- Scott has represented individuals, classes of individuals, advocacy groups, businesses and sovereign government entities in matters involving environmental contamination and protection, toxic exposure, fraud and consumer protection, employment discrimination and civil rights violations
- No matter the client, Scott takes an approach marked by active engagement and collaboration in order to seek effective solutions to his clients’ legal challenges
Practice Areas Explained
Scott A. Entin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott A. Entin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Workplace Discrimination in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Scott A. Entin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Scott A. Entin is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Chicago
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Scott A. Entin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Scott A. Entin's practice in the field of discrimination, employment, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Scott A. Entin brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Wisconsin, Scott A. Entin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering discrimination, employment, and litigation, Scott A. Entin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Scott A. Entin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Scott A. Entin Handles in Chicago
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