Edward X. Clinton
also known as Edward X. Clinton, Jr.
About Edward
Biography
I have extensive experience in business litigation cases, including breach of contract, business torts, legal malpractice, and feuds between shareholders of closely held businesses. I have also incorporated many entities, including S Corporations and Limited Liability Companies and have drafted and negotiated many operating agreements and shareholder agreements.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
17 years | 50 cases
33 years | 100 cases
33 years | 25 cases
33 years | 30 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 34 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Offices of Edward X. Clinton, P.C.
111 West Washington Street, Suite 1437, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Edward X. Clinton's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
6 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Richard | March 31, 2026 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Doesn't seem to be very professional
I had the same experience with him as the other 1-star reviews. When I told him my lawyer vanished a month before a trial after paying him $30,000, this guy was tripping over himself to take the case. Then he found out the lawyer did not have malpractice insurance. When I finally could reach him, he ...
Posted by Vicky | April 07, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
I would never refer anyone to this law firm.
When I asked questions (questions about areas he says that he specializes in) he became frustrated and answered them in a way that came off as if I was bothering him. He was supposed to call me back to let me know if he would take the case but I had to call him because he wasn’t calling me back. He...
Edward Clinton
Replied last April 07, 2021I am sorry you are disappointed in our decision to reject your case. If you are interested in why we rejected your case, please contact me at [email protected]. I wish you all the best.
Posted by Robyn | August 07, 2018 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Bad communication
I contacted this firm to take over our case. He said he needed to review our case and would get back to me. This was two weeks ago. I sent him 2 emails with no response and called him again. He again said he is reviewing it and would get back to me. That was a week ago. He just emailed me TODAY...
Edward Clinton
Replied last August 06, 2018I respectfully disagree with this review.
Edward X. Clinton's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ed and I worked together as co-counsel on a complex class action. After getting the class certified and defeating a motion to dismiss, Ed worked with me at a mediation to settle the case with each class member receiving substantial monetary compensation. Ed is a very smart and experienced lawyer who works hard for his clients and well with co-counsel. Our firm has referred complex legal malpractice matters to him and consults with him on legal ethics issues because of his substantial experience and competence in that area."
"I worked with Ed as co-counsel on a complex class action and have referred potential clients to him. I value his advice on legal ethics and other issues. He is a first rate trial attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has highly development skills in litigation, appeals and general corporate work. I have known Mr. Clinton for many years and know that he cares deeply about taking care of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Clinton is well respected in the legal community and works hard on behalf of his clients. I highly recommend Edward Clinton."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ed Clinton was my classmate at Harvard Law School. He is remarkably up-to-date on developments in the law and has enjoyed impressive victories. I know him to be very bright, committed, and an impassioned advocate. I heartily recommend him."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. I've known Edward for years. He is an outstanding litigator and one of the sharpest and most knowledgeable attorneys I know. And a superb communicator."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Owner, The Clinton Law Firm, LLC
1996 - 1997
Associate, Katten Muchin Rosenmann
1992 - 1996
Associate, Mayer Brown & Platt
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk, United States Court of Appeals For the Seventh Circuit
Associations
2008 - Present
Seventh Circuit Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Resolved via settlement
Settlement
Education
1991
J.D.
1988
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2018
Publications
1997
1995
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How do I get my lawyer to withdraw after firing him?
03 Jan 2024
A tire shop sold me 4 brand new tires and a week later one of them blew out on me. Am I entitled to a full refund?
07 Apr 2021
Will I need a new EIN if I am an S-Corp that is Converting to an LLC (that wants to be taxed as an S-Corp)?
08 Apr 2019