Eli Litoff, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Business, Class Action, and Criminal Defense
Chicago, IL
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Eli Litoff is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Criminal Defense.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Criminal Defense
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Criminal Defense matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Eli Litoff: Eli Litoff is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Criminal Defense.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Eli takes on
Eli concentrates on business, class action, criminal defense, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eli handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Class Action
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Criminal Defense
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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White Collar
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Eli takes business 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 Eli agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Chicago, Illinois
Eli takes class action 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 Eli agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Chicago, Illinois
Eli takes criminal defense 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 Eli agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Eli 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 Eli agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Eli takes product liability 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 Eli agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Eli Litoff — business lawyer in Chicago
Eli Litoff is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Criminal Defense.
A versatile litigator in the truest sense, Eli Litoff is equally adept at defending his clients against complex class actions in federal court, navigating their local matters in a county courthouse, and defending them against accusations by the government. He has tried civil and criminal cases to verdict in both state and federal court.
Eli’s civil practice focuses on class actions and complex commercial litigation. He understands both sides of the “v.,” having successfully prosecuted and defended actions for his clients. He has courtroom experience handling insurance coverage disputes, as well as civil RICO, fraud, breach of contract, tortious interference, trade secret misappropriation, and many other commercial disputes. He has also successfully prosecuted and defended federal civil rights actions.
In addition, Eli represents individuals and companies in government investigations and white collar criminal prosecutions. Eli has investigated and defended cases involving mail fraud, wire fraud, bankruptcy fraud, bribery, money laundering, and violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute. He also advises clients on compliance programs, including conducting anti-corruption and anti-bribery due diligence.
Thorough preparation, candor, and diligence are the touchstones of Eli’s results-driven practice. His measured approach to litigation is informed by the insights he gained inside judges’ chambers, having served as a Judicial Extern to the Honorable Rebecca R. Pallmeyer and the Honorable Jeffrey T. Gilbert in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
How Eli handles business matters
A versatile litigator in the truest sense, Eli Litoff is equally adept at defending his clients against complex class actions in federal court, navigating their local matters in a county courthouse, and defending them against accusations by the government. He has tried civil and criminal cases to verdict in both state and federal court. Eli’s civil practice focuses on class actions and complex…
Who Eli represents
Eli reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and criminal defense matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola University Chicago
J.D. · 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
B.S. · 2009
Jurisdictions
Eli's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
ACTIVE
Eli studied at J.D. in Loyola University Chicago and B.S. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.
Law school and academic background
Eli completed J.D. in Loyola University Chicago and B.S. in University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eli runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Eli has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chicago's Notable Rising Stars in Law,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Crain's Chicago Business
2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2021)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Illinois Emerging Lawyer in Class Action/Mass Tort Defense Law and Commercial Litigation,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Law Bulletin Media Leading Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2020-2022)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service, United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2016)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Chicago's Notable Rising Stars in Law, (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Crain's Chicago Business (2026).
Locations
Eli Litoff's office in Chicago
Eli's primary office is at 1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200, Chicago, Illinois, 60603. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Eli Litoff — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eli usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eli charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eli'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; Eli will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, 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 Eli
Eli 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. Eli confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eli'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 Eli Litoff
How much does it cost to hire Eli for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eli walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eli offer a free consultation?
Eli charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eli's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Eli'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. Eli gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eli take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Eli 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 — Eli 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 Eli?
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. Eli will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eli accepting new business clients right now?
Eli'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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