
Genc Arifi
AssociateGenc Arifi focuses his practice on securities litigation. Prior to joining Pomerantz’s Chicago office, Genc was an associate at a prominent Chicago law firm, where he represented an expansive range of businesses in employment law matters as well as complex commercial litigation in both state and federal courts.
Genc’s experience includes handling complex civil matters, such as cases arising from the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), shareholder derivative lawsuits, and employment law matters. He has also advised technology start-up clients, as well as established financial institutions, on risk assessment and litigation strategies.
Genc earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law and his B.S. from Western Illinois University, summa cum laude. He demonstrated strong academic credentials throughout law school, most notably when he achieved the highest grade in Business Organizations, which earned him the CALI Excellence for the Future Award. Genc was a recipient of the Dean’s Certificate of Service, awarded to law students who provided 100 hours of community service. He participated in a criminal appeals clinic and successfully reduced an indigent client’s prison sentence.
Genc is a co-author of “Valuation,” Chapter 6 in “Disputes Involving Closely Held Companies 2020 Edition.” Published by the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education in February 2020, the book serves as the essential guide for Illinois attorneys who represent closely held corporations, partnerships, or LLCs.
Genc currently serves as the Secretary and board member of the Albanian-American Community of Illinois, a 501(c)(3) non-profit whose mission is to preserve and promote Albanian culture, history, and tradition through civic engagement and educational initiatives.
Genc is admitted to practice in Illinois and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
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Publications
- “Section 12 and Fundraising Via Digital Assets,” The Pomerantz Monitor, Vol. 21, Issue 4, July/August 2024
- “Valuation of Minority Interests in Closely Held Illinois Businesses,” Chapter 6 in Disputes Involving Closely Held Companies, 2020 Edition, (co-author)
Credentials
- DePaul University College of Law
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- Juris Doctor
- CALI Excellence for the Future Award recipient
- Dean’s Certificate of Service
- Juris Doctor
- Western Illinois University
- Bachelor of Science, Summa cum laude
- Illinois
- United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Accolades
- Super Lawyers® Rising Stars (2025)