Lawyers and advisers in Illinois, US
Find proven, recommended lawyers and professional advisers in Illinois, US, across corporate and commercial work, disputes, tax, property, employment, immigration and every other practice area. Compare the profiles below and contact an adviser directly.
The most represented practice areas in Illinois, US are Advisory & Accounting, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Corporate, Commercial & M&A. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Gary G. Kleinrichert
Gary G. Kleinrichert is a senior managing director at FTI Consulting and is based in Chicago and Indianapolis. Mr Kleinrichert has more than 28 years of financial and consulting experience and specialises in forensic accounting…
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Gerald Haberkorn
Lowis & Gellen is a 50-attorney firm with offices in metropolitan and suburban Chicago, as well as offices in New York, Florida and London. We are also in the process of opening our sixth office in North Carolina. The Firm has an…
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John J. Reid
John J. Reid is administrative partner of the firm’s Milwaukee office and has served as a member of the Attorney Hiring Committee and Associate Review and Compensation Committee. John concentrates his practice in civil litigation, with an…
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Kristofer K Swanson, CPA/CFF, CFE, CAMS
Kristofer K Swanson leads Charles River Associates’ Forensic Services Practice, helping companies and their counsel respond to allegations of fraud, cybercrime, misconduct and non-compliance – often during periods of crisis. These…
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Michael C. Bruck
Michael C. Bruck is a partner of Williams Montgomery & John Ltd., a former member of the firm's Executive Committee, current co-chair of the insurance practice group, and a member of the professional liability and commercial litigation…
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Michele S. Katz
Michele Katz, the founder of the intellectual property law firm Advitam IP, LLC, has provided powerful expertise in client counseling, strategic analysis, licensing, prosecution and litigation in all areas of intellectual property (IP) law…
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Thomas P Valenti
Thomas P Valenti is a Chicago-based attorney with more than 45 years’ legal experience and a distinguished career in ADR. Practising law since 1977, Mr Valenti has focused on arbitration since 1990 and mediation since 2000, developing a…
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Ryan Shpritz
Ryan Shpritz, Managing Partner of Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit, leads a community association law practice named Condo & HOA Law Firm of the Year in Illinois at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
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David Kalinowski
David Kalinowski, president and co-founder of Proactive Worldwide, a competitive and market intelligence advisory firm in Illinois, is named Market Intelligence Advisory Firm of the Year in Illinois at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Illinois, US?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Illinois, US, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Illinois, US?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Illinois, US if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Illinois, US, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Illinois, US, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Illinois, US through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.