Christopher E. Sherer

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Christopher E. Sherer: Attorney with Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C.
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Platinum Client Champion
  • Avvo Client Choice
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Biography

Chris joined Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C. in 2004 and concentrates his practice in the areas of family law, state and local government law, general civil litigation, and appeals. Chris also represents several corporate clients and individual business owners in a variety of contexts, both personal and commercial.
PUBLICATIONS:

“Summary of Line-of-Duty Death Benefits for Firefighters in Illinois” (last modified Oct. 2010) http://www.sfm.illinois.gov/documents/LODD%20benefits%20summary%20October%202010.pdf

“The Resurgence of Federalism: State Employees and the Eleventh Amendment,” 23 Hamline J. Pub. L. & Pol’y 1 (Fall 2001).

“Partial Terminations of Single Employer ERISA Qualified Retirement Plans: A Practical Look,” 68 UMKC L. Rev. 263 (Winter 1999).

“Respondeat Superior Liability in Missouri for Injuries Sustained as a Result of Police Pursuits,” 68 UMKC L. Rev. 115 (Fall 1999).

PRESENTATIONS/LECTURES:

Illinois Municipal League 101st Annual Conference, “Real Estate Taxation,” Chicago, Illinois (September 19, 2014).

University of Illinois/UCCI Education Seminar, “Fundamentals of Property Tax,” Springfield, Illinois (March 26, 2014).

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education: Ethics for the Government Attorney, “Serving the Public,” Springfield, Illinois (September 30, 2013).

“Property Tax Basics,” Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor Conference for Newly Elected State’s Attorneys, Springfield, IL (January 23, 2013).

“Property Tax Appeals: Primer on Deadlines and Procedures,” Illinois Association of County Officials Spring Conference, Springfield, IL (April 24, 2012).

“Property Tax Basics,” Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor New State’s Attorneys Seminar, Springfield, IL (January 26, 2011).

“Property Tax Overview”, Office of State’s Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor New State’s Attorneys Seminar, Springfield, IL (November 18, 2008).
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Areas of Practice (4)

  • Governmental Law
  • Litigation
  • Election Law
  • Family Law

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Southeast Missouri State University, B.S., 1997
Law School Attended:
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, J.D., UMKC Law Review, 2000; University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, J.D., Notes & Comments Editor, 2000
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
2000, Missouri; 2001, Kansas; 2001, Illinois
Memberships:
Montgomery County Bar Association, Sangamon County Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Missouri Bar
Certifications:
Approved Family Court Mediator
ISLN:
916342799
Hobbies & interests:
CIVIC PARTICIPATION:Imagine Hillsboro- President, 2016-presentHillsboro City Council- Commissioner, 2007-2015Hillsboro Volunteer Fire Department- Volunteer Firefighter, 2003-present- Underwater Recovery Team, 2003-present- Secretary, 2005-2010The Journal-News — “10 Under 40” Award, 2010Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce- Board of Directors- “Achievement Award” recipient, 2010Hillsboro Sports Association- Soccer Coach- Softball CoachGirl Scouts of Central IllinoisHillsboro Area Angel Tree Project

Peer Reviews

4.1/5.0 (11 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.3/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.1/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.1/5.0

  • Communication

    4.2/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.0/5.0
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Avvo Client Review
4.8/5.0 (18 reviews)
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4.7/5.0 (15 reviews)
Platinum Client Champion

In the past, I have had bad experiences with attorneys. However, with Chris I was absolutely pleased by my interactions with him. He was open and honest about the probability of him winning my case....

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