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James D.

James Dore

2 reviews
James Dore is an attorney with Dore Law Offices and works with his father John in the Chicago, IL area. With over 8 years of experience in the legal field, James is ready to help you navigate your way through all things business law. Both James and his father John offer legal counseling for labor and employment issues, business formation, business operations, financial assets including bankruptcy, commercial contracts, commercial real estate, and more.
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Jameson E.

Jameson Eisenmenger

2 reviews
Jameson Eisenmenger is a corporate attorney with over eight years of experience. He has served clients in numerous industries and primarily specializes in commercial contracts. Jameson also has experience in labor and employment law, mergers, acquisitions and real estate law. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois and Wisconsin. Jameson obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has been an in-house counselor at Performance Health since November 2016.
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Martin P.

Martin Parsons

2 reviews
Martin retired from the military after spending four years on active duty in the Marine Corps and twenty-two years, part-time and full-time, in the Illinois Army National G... read more
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Mark W.

Mark Wiemelt

2 reviews
Affordable, practical and experienced intellectual property law firm perennially ranked among the "TOP TRADEMARK FIRMS" and "TOP PATENT FIRMS" in the U.S. by Intellectual P... read more
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Catherine R.

Catherine Roland

2 reviews
Catherine Jean Roland is an experienced litigator and trial attorney who is licensed in both Illinois and California. The primary focus of Catherine’s practice has been in ... read more
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Christina P.

Christina Papavasiliou

2 reviews
I am a general practice attorney with fourteen years' experience in litigation in both state and federal cases. I am experienced in every stage of trial advocacy. I also se... read more
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Thomas C.

Thomas Cramer

2 reviews
I have always focused on service to the community - from teaching English in Peru to acting as a mentor to the children of Marines in Okinawa, Japan, to trips to Kentucky t... read more
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Jonathan G.

Jonathan Grossman

12 reviews
Jonathan Grossman is a business attorney and an entrepreneur. He has eight years’ experience and have worked with some of the leading law firms in the United States. He has a degree in law, which he obtained from the University of Kansas School of Law. Jonathan is licensed to practice law in Illinois and New York. He operates his own law firm and have also worked as a patent counsel at Fresenius Kabi USA for three years before starting his own business.
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Patrick K.

Patrick Kelly

7 reviews
Patrick represents a range of businesses and individuals in litigation and transactional matters at The Kelly Law Firm, P.C. He has advocated for plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation in state and federal courts and served as first chair trial counsel in many jury trials. His practice areas include small business representation and property-related matters.
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Drew W.

Drew Whiting

5 reviews
Entrepreneurs face many unique challenges, and Drew Whiting understands that first hand because he is an entrepreneur himself. He loves sharing his legal knowledge and experience with up and coming businesses. He has experience working with mobile businesses, those who offer financial services, packaged good manufacturers, restaurants, bars, and taverns, and several technology-related enterprises.
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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer in Illinois?

On average, Illinois lawyers charge an hourly rate of $170 to $600. The actual price can vary depending on the help required and the type of lawyer hired. The state has a number of lawyers and firms, so you should be able to find a lawyer in Illinois who charges a reasonable rate.

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FAQs about Illinois Lawyers

How do I get a free lawyer in Illinois?

Depending on your income level, you may qualify for legal aid. Contact the Illinois bar association to help you determine whether or not you qualify. Some non-profit organizations are able to assist people in covering the costs of legal fees.

What should I look for in a lawyer?

When hiring a lawyer, make sure their knowledge and experience match the job you’re hiring them for. The best law firms in Illinois will have lawyers with quality expertise. It’s also important for them to demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, integrity, and compassion.

Do you pay a lawyer before or after?

Typically, most attorneys will request some upfront payment, and other fees are paid at the time they are required. It’s advised that you ask before signing a contract.

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