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Dayna Chang, ADR Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Civil Rights, and Employment

AttorneyatDayna Wheatley Chang, LLC

Chicago, IL

Practicing adr in Chicago since 2003.

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Dayna Chang is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Employment. Dayna has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 23 years
Known for
ADR · Civil Rights · Employment
  • Handles ADR, Civil Rights, and Employment matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Dayna Chang: Dayna Chang is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Employment. Dayna has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Dayna takes on

Dayna concentrates on adr, civil rights, employment, immigration, and sexual harassment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dayna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dayna takes adr 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 Dayna agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dayna takes civil rights 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 Dayna agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dayna 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 Dayna agrees to represent you.

Immigration cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dayna takes immigration 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 Dayna agrees to represent you.

Sexual Harassment cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dayna takes sexual harassment 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 Dayna agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Dayna Chang — adr lawyer in Chicago

Dayna Chang is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on ADR, Civil Rights, and Employment. Dayna has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC.

Dayna Chang is a lawyer practicing immigration law, mediation, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Dayna received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 23 years. Dayna practices at Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC in Chicago, IL.

How Dayna handles adr matters

Dayna Chang is a lawyer practicing immigration law, mediation, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Dayna received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University in 1989, and has been licensed for 23 years. Dayna practices at Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC in Chicago, IL.

The kind of cases Dayna takes

Dayna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, civil rights, and employment matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology

    J.D. · 2003

  • Wayne State University

    B.A. Political · 1989

Jurisdictions

Dayna's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    2003 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2003 · ACTIVE

Dayna studied at J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and B.A. Political in Wayne State University.

Law school and academic background

Dayna completed J.D. in Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology and B.A. Political in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dayna runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Dayna's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations American Immigration Lawyers Association

    AILA) Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR · membership

Locations

Dayna Chang's office in Chicago

Dayna's primary office is at 166 W. Washington Street, Suite 640, Chicago, IL, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Dayna Wheatley Chang, LLC

166 W. Washington Street, Suite 640

Chicago, IL 60602

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dayna Chang — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dayna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dayna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dayna'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; Dayna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Dayna

Dayna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Dayna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dayna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dayna Chang

  • How much does it cost to hire Dayna for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dayna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dayna offer a free consultation?

    Dayna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dayna's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Dayna's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Dayna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dayna take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Dayna 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 — Dayna 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 Dayna?

    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. Dayna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dayna accepting new adr clients right now?

    Dayna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

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