Bertina C. Barnes, Health Care Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Bertina concentrates on health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bertina handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Bertina's primary office is at Information Resources, Inc. 203 N. Lasalle St., Suite 1500, Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bertina usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Bertina discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Bertina for a health care case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bertina walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Bertina offer a free consultation?

  Bertina charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bertina's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Bertina's current terms during booking.

• How long do health care cases in Illinois typically take?

  Simple health care 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. Bertina gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Bertina take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

  Bertina 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 — Bertina 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 Bertina?

  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. Bertina will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Bertina accepting new health care clients right now?

  Bertina's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.