Samuel J. Erkonen

Samuel J. Erkonen is a Plainfield attorney known for providing clear guidance, practical solutions, and strong advocacy across a wide range of legal matters. With decades of experience in both corporate and private practice, he helps individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofits address legal challenges with confidence. His full-service law firm, Law Offices of Samuel J. Erkonen, P.C., is built on efficiency, communication, and a commitment to achieving the best results for clients throughout Will, DuPage, Kendall, and surrounding Illinois counties.

Samuel holds a B.B.A. from the University of Iowa. He earned his J.D. from Washington University and later completed his LL.M. in Taxation from Kent College of Law. These degrees give him a strong foundation in business, tax, and legal analysis, allowing him to handle complex matters and explain legal issues in a way clients can understand.

Samuel has a legal career that includes substantial experience as a corporate lawyer in Chicago, where he gained deep knowledge in business operations, contracts, and federal practice. Today, he applies that experience to a diverse set of areas, including family law, personal injury, tax law, estate planning, real estate, civil litigation, business representation, and intellectual property. Samuel is known for breaking down complicated legal problems and guiding clients toward solutions that protect their rights and long-term interests. He provides steady support in cases involving divorce, adoption, paternity, business disputes, accident claims, and tax issues. Clients value his ability to balance strategic advocacy with practical decision-making.

Samuel J. Erkonen is admitted to practice in Illinois and in numerous federal courts, including 10 U.S. District Courts and the U.S. and Tax Courts. This broad federal admission allows him to help clients with multi-state or complex federal matters. His approach to representation begins with truly understanding each client’s goals, followed by clear communication and tailored strategies designed to achieve meaningful results.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Law Offices of Samuel J. Erkonen, P.C.
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Kent College of Law
  Master of Law (LLM)
• Washington University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
  

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