Mario Uteras is the best attorney I have ever dealt with. He is professional, compassionate, loyal,…read moreand when I was his client, he had my back from the beginning to the end of my case. He was honest, reasonable, and realistic. He's a real person. He took my case, and it turned out to be much more difficult than he originally thought it would be; but he did not quit on me, and fought for me until he could get the best result possible. Throughout the case, Mario also became a friend. I will recommend Mario to others every chance I get. Working with him has been a pleasure.

Mario E. Uteras, is the most professional lawyer I have ever dealt with. He is a very caring,…read moresupportive, knowledgeable attorney with a great legal mind and a man of integrity. He kept me well informed in my case and has helped me tremendously through my legal situation, I highly recommend him. Thank you for all of your help Mario it is truly appreciated.

Peter was so helpful when I called for some help on understanding an employment contract. He got…read moreback to me very quickly (within a few hours) to set a time to chat in the next business day. When we spoke, he was no-nonsense and quickly gave me so much insight into the parameters of my contract. I felt so confident in knowing what I legally could and could not pursue. He also gave me confidence that if I needed litigation I could come to him. Definitely worth reaching out to!

I sent Peter Lubin a copy of my non-compete agreement on Thanksgiving afternoon, and he reviewed it…read moreand replied that night. He picked up on the first ring the next day, and spent about fifteen minutes with me answering questions. Knowledgeable and straightforward. I hope I never need representation, but if I do, he'd be my first call.

I had never been in a situation where I needed to hire a lawyer before, but I knew the law was on…read moremy side and that I was having a serious issue with a former employer. I'd done my own initial research and felt confident I had a case, and a friend in my industry, who had gone through something similar, referred me to Laura. She spoke so highly of Laura and her team that I decided to reach out. From my very first call, I knew I had found the right person. Laura listened intently, asked smart and strategic questions, and quickly framed what the strongest case would look like to recover the funds that were legally owed to me. While the process itself was stressful, I was genuinely shocked by how seamless Laura and her team made everything feel - and how fast they moved. I expected the situation to drag on for months, but they resolved it in a matter of weeks. I hope I'm never in a position where I need an employment lawyer again, but if you're reading this feeling confused, frustrated, or unsure about whether to hire one, call Laura and her team. You will not regret it.

Intake process was horrible, I told the lady a million times the purpose of my call then she tried…read moreto play victim and hung up in my face & refused to transfer the call to the attorney for consultation

We are new to the Chicago Metro area, relocating from Central PA…read more Neda and her coworker Gina were a pleasure to work with during the whole closing process. I have not gone through a closing in 30 years, so the whole "DocuSign" process was new to me. The Nozari legal team was very organized, and more importantly, kept me on track through the whole process. I highly recommend their service.

First, Neda Nozari Esq. does NOT represent me in any current or past court case. However, I reached…read moreout to her regarding some condominium rights questions and discrimination/HUD questions. The HUD answers she gave (although she confirmed she doesn't do fair housing work in her private practice now) were so on point that I wanted to leave this review 45% for that. Second, talk about a small world. After finding out one particular result of a conversation we had about HUD was so very, very accurate, I glanced at her Instagram page and saw a familiar face. I thought I was imagining it at first. It turned out that she'd taken a photo with my Realtor who was responsible for me buying the condo I did. Talk about Chicago being so big and so small at the same time. Considering what I know of the months-long work with my Realtor, these two networking together makes absolute sense. Third, without me asking her to, she made an introduction to an incredibly kind and informative attorney (who I will rate later) who could help me with HOA/COA needs. If I hadn't talked to her, I'm fairly certain it may have taken me much longer to find this other attorney because (for whatever reason) he wasn't on my original search list. So I can't thank her enough.

Daniel C was extremely rude he wouldn't let me explain the details of my case he kept cutting me…read moreoff to ask for my name & phone number when I was giving the details about my case. I told him I am trying to sue IDES for not handling my two cases that are currently at the Daley Center. This firm is paid by the state to help IDES claimant's, and he is abruptly ignoring my request to speak with head of counsel

Carletta Traylor did an incredible job handling my case with IDES. My former employer lied about…read morethe conditions of my separation to avoid unemployment and Carletta exposed all of their falsehoods during the appeal. I cannot thank her enough!

I highly recommend G&G for legal services. We utilized their skills for some complex and dramatic…read moresmall business circumstances and they offered highly professional, knowledgable, and sensitive advice and guidance. Their communication is ideal and their patience with us unmatched. We will absolutely be utilizing their services going forward.

Jennifer and Rebecca were incredibly helpful and professional when I needed a hand with contract…read morenegotiations. They kindly answered all of my questions and broke down the legal jargon into phrasing I could easily understand. I'd worked with G&G Law in the past to draft a contract addendum, and both times found tremendous value in their services. Highly recommend!

Not to be crass, but I absolutely HATED lawyers until now. A colleague referred me to Elizabeth…read moreGeorge. She is perceptive, tenacious, resourceful and charges fairly. The consults are invaluable. When being bullied, it's nice to have peace of mind that you are on the right side of the law. I plan to continue to use her services whenever questions come up.

No one likes doing research for attorneys - it usually means you have a problem. But after my…read moreinitial consultation with Fern, I came away knowing I was working with someone who would represent my interests in an aggressive yet professional manner. The level of communication was excellent and her fees fair. At a time when your stress level is probably high, Fern and her staff will make you feel like you have friends that will handle your issue - and they did. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

I'm happy to have met Mason! His work helped change my life, which we discussed frequently. Mason…read morehas a sensibility and respect in regards to the butterfly effect civil and criminal cases can have on an individuals life. Mason is a good litigator with lots of experience and large network of experts. Value is very good for the profession and negotiating with Mason was fair. The consultation, communication, research and results were satisfactory and I recommend this law firm.

*Disclaimer: Cole Sadkin represented the opposing party in my case. I won my case,…read moreself-represented, but I believe people looking for counsel should have as much information as possible.* *Also, due to the nature of the case, I proceeded as Jane Doe. Trial concluded on March 18, 2026.* Attorneys who appeared on this case through Cole Sadkin: Mason Cole, Michael Krzywicki, James Cook, and Judith Kott Cole Sadkin represented the opposing party in my civil case for sexual assault and battery in Cook County Circuit Court. I was a pro se litigant who, despite the tactics and conduct I experienced throughout litigation, ultimately obtained a six-figure jury verdict in my favor. This review is a warning about the professionalism and litigation conduct I personally observed from this firm. Over the course of litigation, multiple attorneys cycled in and out of the case. The handling of the matter often felt disorganized, hostile, and unnecessarily aggressive - far beyond zealous advocacy. One of the most disturbing moments involved attorney Judith Kott's characterization of my deposition testimony. During my deposition, counsel specifically asked whether I was "going in and out of consciousness" because I was falling asleep. I answered: "No. It is because he was strangling me." Despite that clear testimony, Ms. Kott later argued to the Court that I had testified I was going in and out of consciousness because I had been drinking heavily. She used that mischaracterization to argue that my memory was unreliable due to alcohol consumption. That was not my testimony, and the transcript reflects that in black and white. Ms. Kott also repeatedly insinuated that I must have had "secret counsel" assisting me behind the scenes because, apparently, the idea that a pro se litigant could effectively litigate a case against experienced attorneys was not something she was prepared to accept. The reality is that I did my own work, learned the law, prepared my own filings, and tried my own case myself. As litigation became increasingly hostile, attorney James Cook began including my abuser directly on communications with me. I ultimately had to tell him myself that the practice was inappropriate and eventually felt the need to bring the issue to the Court's attention. The firm also objected to nearly every one of my motions in limine that were ultimately granted by the Court, including motions barring attempts to use prior sexual encounters as evidence of consent to the assault at issue, and motions barring a contributory negligence defense, implying that a victim has some duty to proactively prevent another person from physically or sexually assaulting them. At another point, an attorney from the firm sent a lengthy argumentative email directly to the judge attempting to litigate issues outside proper procedure, prompting the Court to remind counsel that the parties were not to litigate through email communications. I was genuinely astounded by the level of unprofessionalism I experienced from this firm. Even setting aside my concerns about litigation conduct, I would not hire this firm based on competence alone. Again, this is not sour grapes from a losing party. I won. This review exists because people deserve to know what kind of conduct they may encounter when dealing with this firm.

Screener was a complete unprofessional jerk…read more I was explaining that I was talking to other employment attorneys that said I needed a wage attorney. He tells me "not to be pissy with him" Confused I tried to reiterate and he kept being a condescending asshole. So I hung up and continued my search. You should as well.

Very professional always kept in touch with me and they made my case a priority highly recommendedread more

My employer wasn't paying me properly. The firm helped me resolve my unpaid time disagreement…read morequickly and professionally. Choate Law was responsive and helpful protecting my rights. I was respected and was made to feel like part of the team throughout the process. I can't recommend Choate Law highly enough. Their attention to detail and commitment to their clients is exceptional. Anyone facing a similar situation will be in excellent hands with Choate Law.

I highly recommend Choate Herschman if you are in need of legal advice. The entire staff is really…read morecommitted to making you feel comfortable and safe to express your concerns. This team has great communication and people skills and most importantly they get the job done! So if you are looking for an attorney who has the perseverance to successfully fight for you and keep YOUR best interest at heart, look no further!