Law Offices of Howard H. Ankin
About
Phone: Address: Coordinates: 41.883066,-87.628753 Bio: A third-generation attorney, Howard Ankin has been immersed in the legal profession from an early age. Many of the clients he serves today are connected to relationships built by his father and grandfather over decades of dedicated legal practice. Growing up, Howard often accompanied his father to court during school breaks, developing a deep appreciation for justice and advocacy that would shape his future career. In 1997, Howard founded Ankin Law alongside his father and partner, Paul B. Ankin. Since its inception, the firm has grown into a trusted legal resource for individuals and families throughout Chicago and Illinois. Howard's practice encompasses personal injury, workers’ compensation, trucking accidents, wrongful death, Social Security disability claims, and both civil and criminal litigation. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to securing meaningful results and delivering exceptional legal representation to those in need. Early in his legal career, Howard achieved a significant milestone by securing a $1 million recovery for his client in Latta v. Village Green Associates . Since then, he has obtained numerous successful outcomes on behalf of his clients. However, he considers his greatest accomplishment to be helping individuals and families regain stability, financial security, and peace of mind through effective legal advocacy. Known for his personal approach, Howard views himself not only as an attorney but also as a trusted advisor and advocate for his clients. He is dedicated to building lasting relationships and providing guidance that extends beyond his primary practice areas through a network of trusted legal professionals. His commitment to client service and the values upon which Ankin Law was founded continue to earn the trust of generations of families seeking reliable legal counsel at every stage of life. Associations & Affiliations Board of Directors, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Board of Governors, Governor At Large, American Association of Justice PAC, Eagle Level, American Association of Justice Leaders Forum, American Association of Justice National Finance Council Board, American Association of Justice Gold Fellow, Illinois Bar Foundation Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association Chicago Bar Association Work Injury Lawyers Association Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association (WCLA) Work Injury Lawyers Guild (WILG), Board of Directors Illinois State Bar Association Worker’s Compensation Section Counsel, 2017 and 2018, 2019 Board of Managers, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and Co-President of the Worker’s Compensation Section, 2017 and 2018, 2019 President of the John Marshall Law School Alumni Association 2018 John Marshall Law School Trustee Nominating Committee, 2018 UIC and JMLS Working Team for Alumni Development and