
Benjamin Willard Tull, Environmental Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, Insurance, and Litigation
Staff AttorneyatBarnes & Thornburg LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing environmental in Chicago since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Benjamin Willard Tull is a staff attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Environmental, Insurance, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Environmental · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles Environmental, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Benjamin Willard Tull: Benjamin Willard Tull is a staff attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Environmental, Insurance, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Benjamin Willard Tull
Benjamin concentrates on environmental, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Environmental cases in Chicago, Illinois
Benjamin takes environmental 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Benjamin takes insurance 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Benjamin takes litigation 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Benjamin takes personal injury 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Benjamin takes product liability 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 Benjamin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Benjamin Willard Tull — Over 17 years of Illinois environmental experience
Benjamin Willard Tull is a staff attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Environmental, Insurance, and Litigation. Benjamin has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP.
Benjamin Willard Tull is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental litigation, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Sarah Lawrence College in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Benjamin practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL.
Working with Benjamin on a environmental matter
Benjamin Willard Tull is a lawyer practicing environmental, environmental litigation, litigation and 4 other areas of law. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from Sarah Lawrence College in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Benjamin practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Benjamin represents
Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, insurance, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Benjamin Willard Tull's legal education and bar admissions
Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. · 2009
Sarah Lawrence College
B.A. · 2002
Jurisdictions
Benjamin's state bar admissions
Illinois
2009 · ACTIVE
Benjamin studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. in Sarah Lawrence College.
Law school and academic background
Benjamin completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.A. in Sarah Lawrence College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Benjamin Willard Tull's office in Chicago
Benjamin's primary office is at One North Wacker Drive, Suite 4400, Chicago, IL, 60606-2841. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
One North Wacker Drive, Suite 4400
Chicago, IL 60606-2841
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How to hire Benjamin Willard Tull — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin'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; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 Benjamin
Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Benjamin Willard Tull
How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?
Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple environmental 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. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Benjamin 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 — Benjamin 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 Benjamin?
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. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Benjamin accepting new environmental clients right now?
Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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