James Lustig

James Lustig is currently serving as an Associate Attorney at Patzik Frank and Samotny Ltd. since January 2024, following a legal internship. Prior to this role, James gained significant experience as a Human Resources Coordinator at Vienna Beef from June 2020 to September 2024, where responsibilities included the creation and implementation of the company's COVID-19 response policy and ensuring compliance with the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Earlier experience includes a staff internship at JM Tax Advocates focused on property tax law research, as well as managerial and apprenticeship roles in the electrical and HVAC fields. James holds a Doctor of Law (JD) from DePaul University College of Law and a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and Finance from Butler University.