Lawyer Emily Eckert, graduated from Loyola University, B.A., Legal/Ethical Philosophy, 1996 DePaul University School of Law, J.D., is now employed by Eckert and Smestad, LLC at 444 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 1200 Chicago, IL 60011.

While being a member of Illinois State Bar Association, Member, Emily Eckert is one of the more than one million lawyers in United States. Before choosing Emily Eckert as your lawyer, you should consider whether Emily Eckert offers free consultation, (if not) how much the initial interview costs, if there is any hidden attorney fees, what's the fee schedule, whether he or she has good community reputation and is able to provide a list of good references. You can also contact the Board of Professional Responsibility of the state bar, to find out if Emily Eckert has ever been placed under any disciplinary actions. Please be aware that, though Emily Eckert's office is located at Chicago, IL, he or she might belong to the bar association of other states.

You should also ask how long the lawyer has been in practice, how much experience he or she has in cases like yours, and more importantly, the outcomes of those cases! Focus of the lawyer's practice and years of experience are also very important factors in your evaluation process. The more focused the lawyer's practice areas, the better service he or she could provide. So do not make decisions solely on one or two factors. Only hire lawyers you feel comfortable with as they will represent you and your interests, and you will be sharing private details about your life with them.

Emily Eckert has been admitted in 2007, Illinois. His or her practice areas include Personal Injury(20%); Construction Litigation(20%); Auto Accidents(20%); Premises Liability(10%); Medical Negligence(10%); Product Liability(20%).

Emily Eckert's college and law school education includes Loyola University, B.A., Legal/Ethical Philosophy, 1996, DePaul University School of Law, J.D.. Other biographical background includes Destined for the legal field, Emily Eckert attended Loyola University of Chicago where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Legal and Ethical Philosophy in 1996. Ms. Eckert went on to earn a Certificate in Civil Litigation. Shortly thereafter, she began her legal career as a paralegal at a boutique personal injury law firm. With her sharp wit and people skills, she quickly assumed every opportunity that was presented to her. Realizing that she wanted more, she started law school where she was on the Dean's List and earned a spot on the write-on Law Review. During her tenure as a student at DePaul University School of Law she also completed an externship in the Abuse and Neglect Division of the Juvenile Court and served as a research assistant in the Family Law Department. Ms. Eckert has since successfully handled hundreds of personal injury cases, including construction litigation, auto accidents, premises liability, medical negligence, and product liability obtaining settlements in excess of $10 Million. She has the ability to hone in on issues, has an attention to detail, and is a consummate professional who is also compassionate about her clients. She fights for their rights without forgetting the emotional effect a traumatic event can have on them. In addition, Ms. Eckert has fought as an advocate for families with children who have special educational needs to ensure that the necessary programs are available to them. Her passion to help these families is apparent. You should contact other lawyers and law firms nearby before choosing your legal representatives.

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