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.

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.

In January of this year, a nuisance lawsuit filed by pro se plaintiffs landed on my door. I was…read morestunned and distraught. I cannot give details, but their claims against me were outrageous. I had also just recently gotten engaged and wanted to be spending my spare time with my fiancé planning my wedding, not fending off a nuisance suit.  I called Peter Lubin and he picked up the phone even though it was after 9 PM on a Friday night. Peter and his partner, Andrew Murphy, handled my case expertly. They caught the plaintiffs in numerous mistakes and adroitly used those mistakes to my advantage. I'm an intelligent person, I love to argue, and I've often been told that I missed my true calling as an attorney, but I can't even begin to say how glad I was that I called DLA and didn't try to handle my case myself. I (like the plaintiffs) would have made so many mistakes had I gone pro se.  Peter and Andrew got the case against me dismissed with prejudice just 2.5 months after I was served, leaving me free to plan my wedding in peace. That's what you call "results."

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 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

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!

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.

*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.

Hired Mason to be our closing lawyer and he was happy to take an up front payment for the project…read morebut as time progressed he wanted more and more money to do what was already supposed to have been part of the initial deal (writing, reviewing, and sending a contract). Overall I wouldn't recommend Mason Cole as he will just make ambiguous promises and then will ask for more and more money to honor them.

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

I consulted with Sabreena about an employment discrimination matter, and I really appreciated her…read morestraightforward, honest approach. She took a full hour to meet with me, asked thoughtful questions, and explained my options clearly. What I valued most was her honesty - she didn't tell me what I wanted to hear, but rather what I needed to hear about the strategic timing and approach for my situation. She provided clear guidance about pursuing internal resolution first and helped me understand the implications of involving legal counsel at different stages of a dispute. Rather than pushing me to retain her services when it didn't make strategic sense at that stage, she was refreshingly honest about the realities of settlement negotiations in public employment sectors and how the nature of my case at that time would affect potential outcomes. That kind of integrity and client-focused advice is rare. Her advice was invaluable in helping me think through my options and approach my situation more strategically. She clearly has significant expertise in employment law and understands the dynamics of workplace disputes. If you're looking for an attorney who will be straight with you about your case, explain complex legal issues in accessible terms, and provide thoughtful strategic guidance even when it means turning down immediate business, I'd recommend consulting with Sabreena.

I have amazing experience And feel good about my case with…read moreall the work with the Lawyer done I really appreciate it

Tom at Cramer Law Group was a lifesaver! He helped me navigate a very difficult work situation. He…read morequickly and successfully negotiated a severance package. From the initial meeting, until the contract was finalized, he was compassionate, very responsive (even taking calls during his vacation), and professional. His expertise, problem solving skills and client-first approach are unparalleled. I'm incredibly grateful to Tom and team, and highly recommend Cramer Law Group.

From the owner: At Cramer Law Group, we provide comprehensive employment law services to both employees and small…read morebusinesses. Our experienced attorneys understand workplace dynamics from all perspectives, offering skilled representation and practical legal guidance tailored to each client's unique situation.