Alan Gabbay, Aviation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, Business, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
CounselatSidley Austin LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing aviation in Chicago since 1979.
- 47+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Alan Gabbay is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Alan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 47 years
- Known for
- Aviation · Business · General
- Handles Aviation, Business, and General matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Alan Gabbay: Alan Gabbay is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Alan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Alan takes on
Alan concentrates on aviation, business, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Alan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation
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Aviation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Alan takes aviation matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Alan takes business matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Alan takes general matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Alan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Alan Gabbay — aviation lawyer in Chicago
Alan Gabbay is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and General. Alan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Alan Gabbay is a lawyer practicing banking, financial markets and services, project finance and 7 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Alan practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
Working with Alan on a aviation matter
Alan Gabbay is a lawyer practicing banking, financial markets and services, project finance and 7 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years. Alan practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Alan represents
Alan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, business, and general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1978
Yale University
B.A. · 1975
Jurisdictions
Alan's state bar admissions
Illinois
1984 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1984 · ACTIVE
New York
1979 · ACTIVE
Alan studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. in Yale University.
Law school and academic background
Alan completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. in Yale University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Alan runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Alan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Alan Gabbay's office in Chicago
Alan's primary office is at One S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL, 60603-2302. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Alan Gabbay — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Alan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing aviation attorneys in Chicago.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire Alan Gabbay — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Alan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Alan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Alan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Alan
Alan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Alan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Alan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Alan Gabbay
How much does it cost to hire Alan for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Alan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Alan offer a free consultation?
Alan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Alan's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Alan's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple aviation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Alan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Alan take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Alan is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Alan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Alan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Alan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Alan accepting new aviation clients right now?
Alan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Aviation attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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