Attorneys

Nicole E. Pijon is a skilled attorney with an impressive foundation in defense, previously practicing as an assistant public defender for the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender. Prior to that, she built experience as a legal intern for the chief trial attorney as part of the Federal Defender Program for the Northern District of Illinois.

Pijon embraces a meticulous approach to each case, strategically balancing the components of trial preparation, litigation, and post-trial advocacy to deliver the best possible representation to her clients. She has extensive experience reviewing discovery material in a multitude of federal cases, uncovering potential issues that could impact the case.

An expert in navigating evolving case law, Pijon has composed memoranda and appellate briefs on issues not yet addressed by existing law. Over the years, she has compiled various documents for the use of private attorneys with cases in federal court and has also been published in several legal publications.

Pijon received her law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, during which time she gained leadership experience and numerous accolades for her academic performance. She is currently based in Chicago, offering clients unmatched representation through an expertly crafted and measured defense.