Caroline Kwak, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Estate Litigation, and Litigation
PartneratCohon Raizes & Regal LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 2009.
- 17+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Caroline Kwak is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Caroline has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 17 years
- Known for
- Business · Estate Litigation · Litigation
- Handles Business, Estate Litigation, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Caroline Kwak: Caroline Kwak is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Caroline has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Caroline takes on
Caroline concentrates on business, estate litigation, litigation, poa, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caroline handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Estate Litigation
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Litigation
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POA
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Trusts
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Caroline 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 Caroline agrees to represent you.
Estate Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Caroline takes estate 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 Caroline agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Caroline 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 Caroline agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Chicago, Illinois
Caroline takes poa 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 Caroline agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Chicago, Illinois
Caroline takes trusts 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 Caroline agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Caroline Kwak — business lawyer in Chicago
Caroline Kwak is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Estate Litigation, and Litigation. Caroline has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP.
Caroline Kwak is a lawyer practicing wills / living wills, business, trusts and 2 other areas of law. Caroline received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Caroline practices at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Caroline handles business matters
Caroline Kwak is a lawyer practicing wills / living wills, business, trusts and 2 other areas of law. Caroline received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Caroline practices at Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Caroline represents
Caroline reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, estate litigation, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
J.D. · 2009
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. Judicial · 2002
Jurisdictions
Caroline's state bar admissions
Illinois Supreme Cou
2009 · ACTIVE
United States Distri
2009 · ACTIVE
Caroline studied at J.D. in Loyola University Chicago School of Law and B.A. Judicial in University of California, Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Caroline completed J.D. in Loyola University Chicago School of Law and B.A. Judicial in University of California, Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caroline runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Caroline's professional memberships and bar associations
Chicago, Illinois State, Korean American and National Asian Pacific American Bar Associations
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Locations
Caroline Kwak's office in Chicago
Caroline's primary office is at 208 South La Salle Street, Suite 1440, Chicago, IL, 60604. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cohon Raizes & Regal LLP
208 South La Salle Street, Suite 1440
Chicago, IL 60604
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How to hire Caroline Kwak — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caroline usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caroline charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caroline'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; Caroline will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Caroline
Caroline discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Caroline confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caroline's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caroline Kwak
How much does it cost to hire Caroline for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caroline walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caroline offer a free consultation?
Caroline charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caroline's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Caroline's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business 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. Caroline gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caroline take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Caroline 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 — Caroline 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 Caroline?
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. Caroline will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caroline accepting new business clients right now?
Caroline'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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