Craig Arthur Tomassi, Insurance Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Partner
Chicago, IL
Practicing insurance in Chicago since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
Practices in
Are you Craig Arthur Tomassi?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Craig Arthur Tomassi is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Craig Arthur Tomassi: Craig Arthur Tomassi is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Craig's practice areas in Chicago
Craig concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
View other Insurance attorneys
Litigation
View other Litigation attorneys
Personal Injury
View other Personal Injury attorneys
Wrongful Death
View other Wrongful Death attorneys
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Craig 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Craig 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Craig 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Chicago, Illinois
Craig takes wrongful death 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
Craig Arthur Tomassi, insurance attorney serving Chicago
Craig Arthur Tomassi is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Craig has over 50 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Craig works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Craig Arthur Tomassi is a lawyer practicing trial practice, casualty insurance, wrongful death and 1 other area of law. Craig received a A.B. degree from Loyola University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Craig practices in Chicago, IL.
Craig's approach to insurance cases
Craig Arthur Tomassi is a lawyer practicing trial practice, casualty insurance, wrongful death and 1 other area of law. Craig received a A.B. degree from Loyola University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years. Craig practices in Chicago, IL.
The kind of cases Craig takes
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Craig studied and practices
Cornell University
J.D. · 1976
Loyola University
A.B. · 1973
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Illinois
1976 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at J.D. in Cornell University and A.B. in Loyola University.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in Cornell University and A.B. in Loyola University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Craig's legal honors and published work
Craig has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Craig Arthur Tomassi's office in Chicago
Craig's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Chicago, IL, 60602-5107. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Craig Arthur Tomassi — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Craig. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Chicago.
5.0
1 client review
Client ratings are sourced from public records and editorial research. Reviews on LawyersListed are accepted from verified clients once Craig Arthur Tomassi claims this profile.
Read all reviewsHiring guide
How to hire Craig Arthur Tomassi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Arthur Tomassi
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new insurance clients right now?
Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Craig handles insurance matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
More counsel
Other top-rated insurance attorneys in Illinois
If Craig's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these insurance attorneys in Chicago handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.





