Jay Edelson

Practice areas

Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff, General Litigation

Focus areas

Class Actions, Litigation

Jay Edelson, the CEO and founder of Edelson PC, a law firm situated in Chicago, is dedicated to serving clients in Illinois and across the entirety of the United States. Although his primary focus lies in consumer class actions and general commercial litigation, he also provides guidance to startups, media firms, significant labor unions, Hollywood backers, and others. His expertise has led to requests for consultancy in various film, television, and radio deals.

Jay has gained recognition as a prominent figure in class action litigation, technology law, corporate compliance matters, and consumer advocacy. This acknowledgment comes from legal peers, the media, state and federal legislators, academic circles, and courts across the nation. His leadership has seen him appointed as lead counsel in numerous state, federal, and international class action cases, which have resulted in the recovery of substantial sums—amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars—for his clients. Additionally, he is frequently sought after to provide insights on federal and state legislation and to offer advice to legislators on matters pertinent to his field. These matters encompass consumer concerns related to recent federal bailouts as well as technological issues like those associated with mobile marketing.

Educationally, Jay achieved cum laude honors from Brandeis University and further earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan’s Law School. Presently, he resides in Chicago with his spouse and their two children.