David Craig Hall, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratHall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC
Chicago, IL
Practicing employment in Chicago since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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David Craig Hall is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Employment · Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David Craig Hall: David Craig Hall is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Craig Hall
David concentrates on employment, health care, litigation, maritime, and nursing home. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Maritime
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Nursing Home
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Product Liability
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Wrongful Death
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Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
David takes employment 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 David agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Chicago, Illinois
David takes health care 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 David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
David 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 David agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in Chicago, Illinois
David takes maritime 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 David agrees to represent you.
Nursing Home cases in Chicago, Illinois
David takes nursing home 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David Craig Hall — Over 43 years of Illinois employment experience
David Craig Hall is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Health Care, and Litigation. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
David Craig Hall is a lawyer practicing trial practice, health care litigation, admiralty & maritime and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. David practices at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC in Chicago, IL.
How David handles employment matters
David Craig Hall is a lawyer practicing trial practice, health care litigation, admiralty & maritime and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years. David practices at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC in Chicago, IL.
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, health care, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
David Craig Hall's legal education and bar admissions
University of Michigan
J.D. · 1983
Michigan State University
B.A. · 1980
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
2022 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1983 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1983 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Michigan and B.A. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David Craig Hall
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Illinois State Bar Association
membership
Locations
David Craig Hall's office in Chicago
David's primary office is at 200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC
200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3300
Chicago, IL 60606
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Client reviews of David Craig Hall — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Chicago.
4.8
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How to hire David Craig Hall — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, 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 David
David 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David'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 David Craig Hall
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David'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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David'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 Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
David handles employment matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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