Edwin Alan Getz, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Health Care
PartneratFaegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Edwin Alan Getz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Edwin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Health Care
- Handles Business, General, and Health Care matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Edwin Alan Getz: Edwin Alan Getz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Edwin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Edwin Alan Getz
Edwin concentrates on business, general, health care, international, and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Edwin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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General
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Health Care
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IP
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Edwin takes business matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Edwin takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Chicago, Illinois
Edwin takes health care matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
International cases in Chicago, Illinois
Edwin takes international matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Edwin takes ip matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Edwin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Edwin Alan Getz — Over 41 years of Illinois business experience
Edwin Alan Getz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Health Care. Edwin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP.
Edwin Alan Getz is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years. Edwin practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL.
Working with Edwin on a business matter
Edwin Alan Getz is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, intellectual property and 4 other areas of law. Edwin received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years. Edwin practices at Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Edwin represents
Edwin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and health care matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Edwin Alan Getz's legal education and bar admissions
Washington University
J.D. · 1985
Carleton College
B.A. Northwestern · 1977
Jurisdictions
Edwin's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1985 · ACTIVE
Edwin studied at J.D. in Washington University and B.A. Northwestern in Carleton College.
Law school and academic background
Edwin completed J.D. in Washington University and B.A. Northwestern in Carleton College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Edwin runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Edwin Alan Getz's office in Chicago
Edwin's primary office is at 191 N. Wacker Dr., Ste. 3700, Chicago, IL, 60606-1698. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
191 N. Wacker Dr., Ste. 3700
Chicago, IL 60606-1698
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How to hire Edwin Alan Getz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Edwin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Edwin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Edwin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Edwin
Edwin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Edwin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Edwin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Edwin Alan Getz
How much does it cost to hire Edwin for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Edwin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Edwin offer a free consultation?
Edwin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Edwin's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Edwin's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Edwin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Edwin take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Edwin is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Edwin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Edwin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Edwin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Edwin accepting new business clients right now?
Edwin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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