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Find Civil Litigation Lawyers in Palatine, IL

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12 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Palatine, IL
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Showing 12 civil litigation lawyers in Palatine, IL Listings are displayed in no particular order and are not ranked by BeforeAttorney. Order does not constitute a recommendation or endorsement of any attorney.
Cohen & Donahue, Attorneys at Law
800 E Northwest Hwy #1095, Palatine, IL 60074
(224) 856-5399 northernillinoislegalteam.com
Garces Law
579 N 1st Bank Dr #240, Palatine, IL 60067
(773) 373-9592 garceslawfirm.com
Grabowski Law Group, LLC
4811 W Emerson Ave #110, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 414-0413 grabowskilawgroup.com
Callahan & Hockemeyer, P.C.
4811 W Emerson Ave UNIT 208, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 543-6910 palatinelaw.com
Disparti Duda Law Firm
330 W Colfax St #103, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 577-2470 dispartidudalaw.com
Drost, Gilbert, Andrew & Apicella, LLC - DGAA Law LLC
4811 W Emerson Ave #110, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 934-6000 dgaalaw.com
Law Office of Joan Vasquez
20063 N Rand Rd, Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 991-5800 joanvasquezlaw.com
Law Offices Of John C. Vojta
600 N North Ct #115, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 963-0099
Gary L. Brunke P.C.
19 S Bothwell St, Palatine, IL 60067
(630) 903-4097 garybrunkelawoffice.com
Joel Degrazia, Ltd.
110 N Brockway St Ste 220, Palatine, IL 60067
(224) 676-3510 degrazialaw.com
Law Offices of Sandra Stermer Coscino, P.C.
110 N Brockway St Ste 220, Palatine, IL 60067
(224) 801-2255 sandracoscinolaw.com
Pinderski & Pinderski Ltd
115 W Colfax St, Palatine, IL 60067
(847) 358-5220 pinderski.com

Civil litigation lawyers in Palatine, Illinois handle disputes between individuals and businesses that do not involve criminal charges. These cases often proceed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, which has a courthouse in the Rolling Meadows district serving Palatine residents. Common matters include contract disputes, property disagreements, and personal injury claims under Illinois law.

What Does a Civil Litigation Lawyer in Palatine Cost?

Civil litigation lawyer fees in Illinois vary widely based on case complexity and attorney experience. Many lawyers charge an hourly rate between 200 and 500 dollars per hour. Some may offer a flat fee for simple matters or a contingency fee for personal injury cases, typically 33 to 40 percent of the recovery. Court filing fees in Cook County add several hundred dollars. This is general information and not legal advice.

* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cases does a civil litigation lawyer handle in Palatine?
A civil litigation lawyer in Palatine handles cases such as breach of contract, real estate disputes, personal injury claims, and business conflicts. These cases are filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, typically in the Rolling Meadows or Skokie courthouses. Illinois law sets specific time limits, like a 2-year statute of limitations for personal injury and a 5-year limit for written contracts.
How long do I have to file a civil lawsuit in Illinois?
In Illinois, the time limit to file a civil lawsuit depends on the claim type. For personal injury, you generally have 2 years from the date of injury. For written contracts, you have 5 years. For property damage, the limit is also 5 years. These deadlines are set by Illinois statute 735 ILCS 5/13-205 and related sections.
What happens during a civil litigation case in Palatine?
A civil litigation case begins with filing a complaint in the appropriate Illinois court. The parties then exchange information through discovery, which can include depositions and document requests. Many cases settle before trial, but if no settlement is reached, the case proceeds to a bench trial or jury trial in Cook County.