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Paul A. Farahvar
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Biography
Paul began his legal career in litigation, handling personal injury matters and later included civil defense litigation matters including the areas of premises liability, products liability, intellectual property, civil rights defense, professional and psychiatric malpractice and negligence defense, FELA, auto and trucking defense, construction and complex litigation matters and Constitutional Law. His litigation practice has grown to include non-litigation matters including Entertainment law, contract review, and Corporate Structure Development. Paul has successfully handled jury and non-jury trials in Illinois State Courts and in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois as first and second chair in areas including civil rights defense, FELA, auto and trucking liability, professional liability, contractual disputes, and premises liability. Paul has also argued before District Appellate Courts throughout the State.
Paul received his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, majoring in Speech Communication and Political Science. He received his law degree from the University of Illinois College of Law. He is admitted to practice in Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and is a member of the Federal Trial Bar. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association. As a musician, Paul also provides legal and consulting support as part of his Entertainment Law practice.
In October 2012, the Law Bulletin Publishing Company named Paul A. Farahvar to its annual “40 Under 40” list of 40 outstanding young Illinois lawyers.
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Litigation
40%
26 years | 200 cases
Civil Rights
10%
26 years | 75 cases
Entertainment
10%
26 years | 25 cases
Personal Injury
10%
26 years | 100 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 26 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Farahvar Law Group, PC
180 West Washington Street, Suite 810, Chicago, IL, 60602
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Posted by OLIVIA | April 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
My case was for an injury case
Paul did an excellent job in the settlement. Yes, I would refer him to others. He is an excellent attorney.
Posted by Valerie | April 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
My Fantastic Attorney
I have started two companies and written one book (with a trademarked name). Paul has helped me with all of them. He has been amazing to work with and he always, always takes the time to explain everything to me so I'm totally in the loop. I trust him to always cover me and to think of all the unseen...
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Legal service
Paul and his associate did a fantastic job representing myself and 2 colleagues in a spurious lawsuit. My occupation does not tend to elicit sympathy from a jury pool, but Paul and his co-counsel won a unanimous decision from a civil jury. My employer has deep pockets but Paul properly focused on t...
Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Great experience
I was in great need of corporate advise and litigation regarding a vendors actions. I contacted Paul Farahvar and he did an outstanding job with settling the dispute I had with the individuals at the corporation. I was very impressed with his service. I will definitely use his services again when ...
Posted by Randy | April 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Paul A. Farahvar
Paul was very detailed and thorough. He looked into every aspect of the case to make sure of the best possible outcome. He did well in communicating the progress and keeping me up to date on everything. Excellent work!!
Paul A. Farahvar's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Paul Farahvar for over 10 years on cases involving liability and business litigation. Paul is extremely bright, very responsive to his clients needs and I would recommend him to anyone who is looking for legal representation. He has an excellent demeanor, both in and out of the courtroom. He is smart and works well exploring traditional avenues of litigation, as well as using creative solutions when appropriate to get the best results for his clients. He is high on the list of my litigation counsel list for the Chicagoland area. I have had only good results on the cases that he has handled for our insureds."
"Paul is an excellent attorney with a diverse legal background. He was well-organized and provided an exceptional defense for his client. I strongly recommend Paul."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a terrific litigator and trial attorney with a great track record of success. He bring a passion and enthusiasm to his work and it shows in his results."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a real lawyer's lawyer, down to earth, smart and reasonable. Paul is a pleasure to work with, and he's a good solid litigator."
"I have had multiple cases with Paul as an opposing counsel. He is an extremely intelligent and enthuastic attorney that zealously represents his clients. It has been a priviledge working on cases together and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking great competent legal counsel."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Paul for several years now, and I have known him to be nothing short of the epitome of professionalism. Paul is a litigator at heart and is a master of his craft and I, therefore, know that his clients are in good hands. He has my unequivocal endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2012
40 under 40 to Watch, Chicago Lawyer Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - 2015
Partner, Cuisinier & Farahvar
2001 - 2007
Associate, Hartigan & Cuisinier, PC
2000 - 2016
Owner: Music Production, Shoeshine Boy Productions, Inc.
1999 - 2001
Associate, Fraterrigo, Beranek, Feiereisel & Kasbohm
Associations
2008 - Present
Chicago Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Section 1983 Jury Trial
Not Guilty Verdict (win)
ERISA Appeal
appealed
Summary Judgment for Falling Ice
Summary Judgment
Section 1983 Trial
Settled
Construction Jury Trial
settled during trial
Defamation Trial (Defense)
mistrial
Slip and Fall Jury Trial (Defense)
not guilty (win)
FELA Defense Jury Trial
Directed Verdict For My Client
Education
1999
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
College of Law
1996
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Doctors
Contracts for Employment
Publications
2015
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Litigator Finds Balance
2014
Languages
Farsi
Spanish
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