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140 S. Dearborn Street, 6th Floor
Chicago, IL 60603

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Fax:  312.782.0943

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Practice Areas
Local Government
Land Use
Litigation
Elections
Education
J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law, magna cum laude
B.S., Illinois Institute of Technology, summa cum laude
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Illinois
United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois
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American Bar Association (State & Local Government Section)

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Erin M. Monforti
Associate

Detail-oriented and passionate, Erin advises local governments on a wide range of legal and practical issues.

Erin has dedicated her career to serving local governments in Illinois, with experience in economic development, zoning, land use, and a variety of other legal topics. She assists municipalities, park districts, and libraries in achieving their goals with a thoughtful, future-oriented perspective and a keen awareness of legal hurdles to be overcome. 

Erin provides guidance to local governments on a wide range of matters, including compliance with FOIA, the Open Meetings Act, and Americans with Disabilities Act; local business licensing; municipal code enforcement; and contract negotiation. Through her work with the zoning and land use practice group, Erin has drafted local laws and agreements related to new development, rental properties, signs, safe conditions for animals, and property annexation. Since joining the firm, Erin has also advised clients on challenging constitutional issues, including the First Amendment and due process, and has reviewed and drafted policies, provided timely advice, and employed her strategic skills in litigation. She has also presented training sessions for clients on best practices for responding to First Amendment audits and the use of social media by governments.

Erin is an avid fan of the Chicago Bulls, and has the same competitive spirit while playing board games with her husband, family, and friends. She enjoys cooking and baking, volunteering with community organizations, and listening to podcasts and public radio. 

Presentations

  • Ancel Glink’s Quorum Forum Podcast, including the “Old Tradition for the New Year: Cases & Legislation” episode
  • The Wedding Planner: Review of Significant Topics in Planning and Law (American Planning Association Annual Illinois State Section Conference 2022)
  • Significant Court Decisions Affecting Your District’s Day-to-Day Operations (Illinois Association of Park Districts Legal Symposium 2021)

Honors & Awards

  • Member: Order of the Coif, Chicago-Kent College of Law Chapter
  • Dean’s Distinguished Public Service Award, Chicago-Kent College of Law
  • Sandra P. Zemm Prize in Labor & Employment Law, Chicago-Kent College of Law
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