
Kent Edwin Genin, Entertainment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Litigation
ShareholderatBrinks Gilson & Lione
Chicago, IL
Practicing entertainment in Chicago since 1993.
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- Years practicing
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Kent Edwin Genin is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kent has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione.
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- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 33 years
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- Entertainment · General · Litigation
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kent Edwin Genin: Kent Edwin Genin is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kent has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kent Edwin Genin
Kent concentrates on entertainment, general, litigation, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kent handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Litigation
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Entertainment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kent takes entertainment 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kent 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kent takes litigation 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kent takes patent 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 Kent agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kent Edwin Genin — Over 33 years of Illinois entertainment experience
Kent Edwin Genin is a shareholder based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Litigation. Kent has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Brinks Gilson & Lione.
Kent Edwin Genin is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, electrical & computer and 3 other areas of law. Kent received a B.S.E.E. degree from Stanford University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kent practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Chicago, IL.
Working with Kent on a entertainment matter
Kent Edwin Genin is a lawyer practicing communications / media, patent infringement, electrical & computer and 3 other areas of law. Kent received a B.S.E.E. degree from Stanford University in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Kent practices at Brinks Gilson & Lione in Chicago, IL.
Clients Kent works with
Kent reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Kent Edwin Genin's legal education and bar admissions
University of Cincinnati College of Law
J.D. · 1993
Stanford University
B.S.E.E. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Kent's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Court
1993 · ACTIVE
Kent studied at J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.S.E.E. in Stanford University.
Law school and academic background
Kent completed J.D. in University of Cincinnati College of Law and B.S.E.E. in Stanford University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kent runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Kent Edwin Genin's office in Chicago
Kent's primary office is at NBC Twr., Ste. 3600, 455 N. Cityfront Plaza Dr., Chicago, IL, 60611-5599. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Brinks Gilson & Lione
NBC Twr., Ste. 3600, 455 N. Cityfront Plaza Dr.
Chicago, IL 60611-5599
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How to hire Kent Edwin Genin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kent usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kent charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kent'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; Kent will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Kent
Kent discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Kent confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kent's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kent Edwin Genin
How much does it cost to hire Kent for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kent walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kent offer a free consultation?
Kent charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kent's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Kent's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Kent gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kent take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Kent 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 — Kent 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 Kent?
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. Kent will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kent accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Kent'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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