Atty. Steven Ackerman
Steven Ackerman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, class action. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 49+ Years Experience
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About Steven Ackerman at a Glance
Steven Ackerman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Steve Ackerman. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1977) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven Ackerman
- Steven Ackerman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, class action
- Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Steven practices at Law Offices of Steve Ackerman in Chicago, IL
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Steven Ackerman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Ackerman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Steven Ackerman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Steven Ackerman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Class Action in Chicago
Steven Ackerman is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Steven Ackerman is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
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 Steven Ackerman
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 Steven Ackerman's practice in the field of employment, business, class action, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven Ackerman brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and class action, Steven Ackerman 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 Steven Ackerman 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 Steven Ackerman Handles in Chicago
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Steven Ackerman directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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