David Wolf Silver, Employment Attorney in Northbrook, Illinois
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation
MemberatSilver & Mishkin LLC
Northbrook, IL
Practicing employment in Northbrook since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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David Wolf Silver is a member based in Northbrook, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Silver & Mishkin LLC.
- Based in
- Northbrook, IL
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Employment · Estate Planning · Formation
- Handles Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation matters from Northbrook, IL.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Wolf Silver: David Wolf Silver is a member based in Northbrook, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Silver & Mishkin LLC.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Northbrook
David concentrates on employment, estate planning, formation, general, and m&a. 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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Estate Planning
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Formation
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General
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Employment cases in Northbrook, Illinois
David takes employment matters in Northbrook, 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.
Estate Planning cases in Northbrook, Illinois
David takes estate planning matters in Northbrook, 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.
Formation cases in Northbrook, Illinois
David takes formation matters in Northbrook, 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.
General cases in Northbrook, Illinois
David takes general matters in Northbrook, 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.
M&A cases in Northbrook, Illinois
David takes m&a matters in Northbrook, 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
David Wolf Silver, employment attorney serving Northbrook
David Wolf Silver is a member based in Northbrook, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Estate Planning, and Formation. David has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Silver & Mishkin LLC. David works from Northbrook, Illinois and takes on employment matters across the region.
David Wolf Silver is a lawyer practicing employment agreements, business formations, real estate acquisitions and dispositions and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. David practices at Silver & Mishkin LLC in Northbrook, IL.
David's approach to employment cases
David Wolf Silver is a lawyer practicing employment agreements, business formations, real estate acquisitions and dispositions and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years. David practices at Silver & Mishkin LLC in Northbrook, IL.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, estate planning, and formation matters in Northbrook and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
J.D. · 1987
Indiana University
B.S. Business · 1984
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1987 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.S. Business in Indiana University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law and B.S. Business in Indiana 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.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations British-American Chamber of Commerce
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Locations
David Wolf Silver's office in Northbrook
David's primary office is at 400 Skokie Blvd., Ste. 850, Northbrook, IL, 60062. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Wolf Silver — 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 Northbrook, 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 Wolf Silver
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 Northbrook?
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 Northbrook, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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