Practice Areas | Appellate, Litigation, Municipal & Aviation Law

Appellate

Appellate courts present challenges that require perspective and skills different from those used by trial counsel. Gone is the need to sway a jury or to persuade based on arguing one's version of the facts of the case.  Instead, focus on trial court errors of law, thorough research and writing, and a fresh look at the record offer the best opportunity for success at the appellate stage.

BRINKMEIER LAW GROUP LLC strive to meet trial counsel's needs in the appellate court.  The firm offers a wide range of services from handling the entire appeal, which includes evaluating the case for appeal, briefing, and oral argument, to assisting trial counsel with any of the individual components of the appellate process.  The firm also helps trial counsel preserve issues for appeal by preparing appropriate motions made prior to or after trial.

Alan J. Brinkmeier’s background highlights his appellate training and skills.  He is a member of the Appellate Lawyers Association. He has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer since 2005.

Admitted to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court, Mr. Brinkmeier's appellate experience reveals many victories. His successes include numerous published cases and involve a variety of issues: governmental, constitutional, aviation, and personal injury matters. Mr. Brinkmeier also has several reported court cases on a variety of substantive issues.

Litigation

Litigation presents challenges that require perspective and skills different from those used by general counsel. Here the art of advocacy, cross-examination and the need to sway a jury or to persuade based on arguing one's version of the facts of the case are paramount. Diligence in case preparation and evidence gathering offer the best opportunity for success at the trial court stage in litigation.

BRINKMEIER LAW GROUP LLC does a wide array of civil litigation including premises claims, construction cases, municipal liability, aviation/transportation liability, products liability, business torts and contracts, and various types of negligence claims.

Alan J. Brinkmeier’s background highlights his trial skills in advocacy.  He is an AV® Peer Review Rated lawyer, the highest possible peer review national rating, for legal ability and ethics.  Mr. Brinkmeier has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer since 2004.

Admitted to the Federal Trial Bar for both the U.S. District Court in Northern and Central Illinois along with the Illinois Supreme Court,  Mr. Brinkmeier's trial experience includes his many victories. His successes include numerous trials involving a variety of issues: governmental, constitutional, aviation and personal injury matters.  Mr. Brinkmeier also is a frequent lecturer and author on recent developments in municipal, civil rights and aviation topics.

Admitted to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court, Mr. Brinkmeier's appellate experience reveals many victories.  His successes include numerous published cases and involve a variety of issues: governmental, constitutional, aviation, and personal injury matters.  Mr. Brinkmeier also has several reported court cases on a variety of substantive issues.

Municipal

Governmental and civil rights defense cases present unique challenges that require the savvy understanding of a skilled litigator. The need to present a unified, consistent defense that resonates both in the court of public opinion given intense public scrutiny and in the courthouse is a must.

BRINKMEIER LAW GROUP LLC offers defense to public entities and officials arising out of police and fire department operations, political activities, criminal prosecution, land use, and a myriad of other functions unique to government service.

Alan J. Brinkmeier’s background highlights his work with local public entities, governments and his unique leadership capability.  He has served his own community as a Commissioner in each of the last two decades.  He has been recognized as an AV® Peer Rated attorney, the highest national rating for legal ability and professional ethics.

Mr. Brinkmeier's municipal law experience for Forest Preserve Districts, Municipal Police and Fire Departments includes his representation on behalf of such clients as paramedics, fire departments, police officers, Town and Village Boards, City Councils and public recreation officials.  His successes include numerous published cases and involve a variety of issues: governmental, constitutional, and civil rights matters.

Admitted to the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court, Mr. Brinkmeier's appellate experience reveals many victories.  His successes include numerous published cases and involve a variety of issues: governmental, constitutional, aviation, and personal injury matters. Mr. Brinkmeier also has several reported court cases on a variety of substantive issues.

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