I’m always amazed or maybe not at how greedy some people can act. You see it all of the time with lawyers in Illinois who take on cases that they don’t really have a lot of experience with, but want to make what they think will be a quick buck. They forget what’s best
Do I need a lawyer in Illinois or can I represent myself?
We often get e-mailed or called by people who don’t think they can afford a lawyer and wonder if they can represent themselves. The quick answer to that is you could also remove your own appendix, but we don’t recommend that either. In reality though, in some cases it’s fine to represent yourself and in
What to look for in an Illinois probate lawyer
The purpose of probate law is to administer a decedent’s estate, with the objective of resolving claims and properly distributing assets. Probate law is complex and retaining an experienced Illinois probate attorney to assist you with conflicts increases your chance of successful resolution. Probate lawyers handle a variety of issues related to inheritance and
The difference between us and a bar association referral list
Not all referral services are the same. Actually, scratch that. Most of them are the same, but ours is very different. With us, you will get an attorney recommendation based on the particular facts of your case, not just the general area of law you’re dealing with. Our recommendation is also based on the experience,
Don’t co-sign unless you’re willing to pay the entire debt yourself
When you co-sign for a friend or family member, you’re doing them a big favor. You are letting them use your good credit and reliable income, and it’s usually because theirs isn’t good enough. The creditor, whether it’s a mortgage lender, car dealer or landlord, thinks it’s too risky to lend to your friend or
The biggest reason Illinois lawyers get sued for legal malpractice
We are happy to investigate possible legal malpractice lawsuits. It would be hypocritical not to as we are willing to sue doctors and other professionals when they screw up.
What I’ve found interesting over the years about the valid cases we’ve pursued (and by valid, I mean a lawsuit was filed) is that the attorneys
H-1B tech workers: Know your rights
H-1B visas allow U.S. employers to hire specialty workers (non-U.S. citizens) to come to the United States to live and work. The visas often last three years but can be extended to six years. The H-1B visa program was touted as a way to bring the world’s best technology minds to the United States. What
Illinois lawyers have a protection from legal malpractice they don’t deserve
There are some attorneys in Illinois who will not sue another law firm. I think this is hypocritical. I carry legal malpractice insurance and if I screw up in a way that causes you irreparable harm, you should sue me. If I didn’t screw up, I can fight the case. It’s no different that suing
“I want to hire the best attorney in Chicago”
When people call us for a referral and say they want the “best” attorney in Chicago (or any other area of the state), we tell them that we agree with their high standards but we have an even better approach.
In our experience, there isn’t a “best” attorney out there. There are thousands of attorneys
How long do I have to sue in Illinois?
In any legal case, it’s important to know the statute of limitations. In plain English, that means the time limit that you have to bring a lawsuit.
The answer varies based on the type of case that you have. For example, in most injury cases it’s two years. In most contract cases it’s ten years.