
Craig Stuart Young, Employment Attorney in Peoria, Illinois
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Workers Comp · 4.7/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
ShareholderatHeyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation
Peoria, IL
Practicing employment in Peoria since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 4.7 ★
- 6 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Craig Stuart Young is a shareholder based in Peoria, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
- Based in
- Peoria, IL
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- Employment · Workers Comp
- Handles Employment and Workers Comp matters from Peoria, IL.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Craig Stuart Young: Craig Stuart Young is a shareholder based in Peoria, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Craig takes on
Craig concentrates on employment and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Peoria, Illinois
Craig takes employment matters in Peoria, 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.
Workers Comp cases in Peoria, Illinois
Craig takes workers comp matters in Peoria, 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
Meet Craig Stuart Young — employment lawyer in Peoria
Craig Stuart Young is a shareholder based in Peoria, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Craig has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 6 client reviews.
Craig Stuart Young is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, workers' compensation. Craig received a degree from Bradley University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Craig practices at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation in Peoria, IL.
Working with Craig on a employment matter
Craig Stuart Young is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, workers' compensation. Craig received a degree from Bradley University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years. Craig practices at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation in Peoria, IL.
Clients Craig works with
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and workers comp matters in Peoria and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Illinois College of Law
JD · 1985
Bradley University
Bachelor · 1982
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
Illinois United Stat
1985 · ACTIVE
Craig studied at JD in University of Illinois College of Law and Bachelor in Bradley University.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed JD in University of Illinois College of Law and Bachelor in Bradley 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
Recognition and thought leadership
Craig has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Craig's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Associations •American Bar Association •Illinois State Bar Association •Peoria County Bar Association
Immediate Past President) •Defense Research Institute (Past Chair, National Workers' Compensation Committee · membership
Locations
Craig Stuart Young's office in Peoria
Craig's primary office is at 300 Hamilton Boulevard, Peoria, IL, 61601-6199. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation
300 Hamilton Boulevard
Peoria, IL 61601-6199
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Client reviews of Craig Stuart Young — 4.7/5 rating from 6 verified client reviews
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 employment attorneys in Peoria.
4.7
6 client reviews
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How to hire Craig Stuart Young — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment 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 employment attorney in Peoria, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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 employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig Stuart Young
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a employment 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 employment attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple employment 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 Peoria?
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 employment 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
Employment attorneys serving Peoria, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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