
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda, Business Attorney in Schaumburg, Illinois
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Immigration
PrincipalatMasuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd.
Schaumburg, IL
Practicing business in Schaumburg since 1986.
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- Years practicing
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Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda is a principal based in Schaumburg, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Immigration. Eldon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd..
- Based in
- Schaumburg, IL
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Immigration
- Handles Business, Employment, and Immigration matters from Schaumburg, IL.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda: Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda is a principal based in Schaumburg, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Immigration. Eldon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda
Eldon concentrates on business, employment, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eldon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Immigration
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Business cases in Schaumburg, Illinois
Eldon takes business matters in Schaumburg, 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 Eldon agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Schaumburg, Illinois
Eldon takes employment matters in Schaumburg, 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 Eldon agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Schaumburg, Illinois
Eldon takes immigration matters in Schaumburg, 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 Eldon agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda — Over 40 years of Illinois business experience
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda is a principal based in Schaumburg, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Immigration. Eldon has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd..
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda is a lawyer practicing business, employment, labor & benefits, immigration. Eldon received a degree from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Eldon practices at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd. in Schaumburg, IL.
Eldon's approach to business cases
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda is a lawyer practicing business, employment, labor & benefits, immigration. Eldon received a degree from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Eldon practices at Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd. in Schaumburg, IL.
Clients Eldon works with
Eldon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and immigration matters in Schaumburg and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University Law Center
J.D. · 1986
Georgetown University School of Foreign Service
B.S. Foreign · 1982
Jurisdictions
Eldon's state bar admissions
Ohio
1998 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1987 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1986 · ACTIVE
Eldon studied at J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S. Foreign in Georgetown University School of Foreign Service.
Law school and academic background
Eldon completed J.D. in Georgetown University Law Center and B.S. Foreign in Georgetown University School of Foreign Service. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eldon runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda's office in Schaumburg
Eldon's primary office is at 200 N. Martingale Rd., Ste. 800, Schaumburg, IL, 60173-2033. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell, Ltd.
200 N. Martingale Rd., Ste. 800
Schaumburg, IL 60173-2033
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How to hire Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eldon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eldon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eldon'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; Eldon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Schaumburg, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Eldon
Eldon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Eldon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eldon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eldon Hiroshi Kakuda
How much does it cost to hire Eldon for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eldon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eldon offer a free consultation?
Eldon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eldon's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Eldon's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business 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. Eldon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eldon take my case if I'm outside Schaumburg?
Eldon 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 — Eldon 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 Eldon?
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. Eldon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eldon accepting new business clients right now?
Eldon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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