Charles Zivin

Charles Zivin is a Partner at Wolf Solovy & Zivin, LLP, serving individuals in the Chicago, Illinois, area and its surrounding suburbs. He primarily focuses on matters pertaining to:

• Landlord/tenant disputes and Evictions 
• Residential and commercial real estate transactions
• Contract law
• Business transactions

Additionally, Mr. Zivin is the chair of the firm's litigation department, where he handles civil and commercial litigation, personal injury, as well as Landlord-Tenant disputes and evictions under the Forcible Entry and Detainer Act. 

With extensive experience in advocating for clients in personal injury cases, Mr. Zivin has also represented countless individuals in motor vehicle crashes, truck accidents, motorcycle bumps, pedestrian mishaps, slip/trip-and-fall injuries, premises liability cases, construction negligence cases, dog bite incidents, workers' compensation matters and wrongful death cases. His dedication to his clients has resulted in significant compensation recoveries totaling millions of dollars.

Mr. Zivin obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in public affairs management from the Indiana University O'Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs. He also earned a Business Foundations Certificate from the Kelley School of Business. In 2015, he went on to pursue his career in law and secured his J.D. from Loyola University School of Law. At the law school, he excelled in litigation and trial advocacy courses and received a certificate in trial advocacy.

Admitted in Illinois, Mr. Zivin is authorized to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. Tax Court. Known for his strong work ethic, he takes great pride in his commitment to serving his clients. His persistence and dedication enable him to competently resolve the most intricate legal disputes for them. 

Rated “Good” on Avvo, Mr. Zivin has memberships in various professional organizations, including:

• The Chicago Bar Association
• The Illinois State Bar Association
• The American Bar Association
• The Phi Alpha Delta