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11 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
DeKalb, IL
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Showing 11 civil litigation lawyers in DeKalb, IL
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The Cosentino Law Firm, LLC
213 S 2nd St, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 758-4441 cosentinolaw.net
Kirsten Becker Law
921 Lewis St, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 981-4814 kirstenbeckerlaw.com
Deborah Ullrich
1590 E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 787-0321 ullrichlaw.com
Nancy J Alamia, Attorney at Law
1109 E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 739-9901 lawyernancy.com
Thomas L Doherty & Associates
125 N 1st St #4, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 787-6666 dohertylawfirm.com
The Doherty Law Firm LLC
125 N 1st St, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 787-6666 dohertylawfirm.com
Brown Law Group, LLC
301 E Lincoln Hwy, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-6328 brownlawdekalb.com
Krupp & Krupp
3281 Commerce Dr B, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 758-5444 krupplawyer.com
Robert P Carlson Law Office
317 E Locust St, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 758-6626
Burns Russell E
224 N 2nd St #2, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 754-5410 bcb-llp.com
Gary E. Lothson, Attorney at Law
203 Grove St, DeKalb, IL 60115
(815) 756-1436 glothsonlaw.com
Civil litigation lawyers in DeKalb handle disputes between parties in Illinois state courts including the DeKalb County Circuit Court. These attorneys assist with contract disputes, property disagreements, and personal injury claims. Illinois law requires most civil claims to be filed within specific time limits such as two years for personal injury under 735 ILCS 5/13-202.
What Does a Civil Litigation Lawyer in DeKalb Cost?
Civil litigation lawyers in Illinois typically charge hourly rates between 200 and 500 dollars per hour depending on experience and case complexity. Some attorneys offer flat fees for simple matters like small claims cases. Contingency fees are common in personal injury cases where the lawyer takes 33 to 40 percent of the recovery. Costs vary by case and this information is general 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 DeKalb?
A civil litigation lawyer in DeKalb handles cases such as breach of contract, property disputes, landlord tenant issues, and personal injury claims. These cases are filed in the DeKalb County Circuit Court located at 133 West State Street in Sycamore Illinois.
What is the statute of limitations for a civil lawsuit in Illinois?
In Illinois the statute of limitations varies by case type. Personal injury claims must be filed within two years under 735 ILCS 5/13-202. Breach of contract claims have a 10 year limit for written contracts and 5 years for oral contracts under 735 ILCS 5/13-205 and 5/13-206.
How do I choose a civil litigation lawyer in DeKalb Illinois?
Look for a lawyer with experience in the specific area of your dispute such as contract law or property matters. Check their familiarity with the DeKalb County Circuit Court procedures. You can verify an attorney license through the Illinois State Bar Association website.
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