
Jason Zhou, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 11 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury
AttorneyatJones Day
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 2015.
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Jason Zhou is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Jason has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 11 years
- Known for
- Business · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jason Zhou: Jason Zhou is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Jason has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Jason Zhou
Jason concentrates on business, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jason handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jason 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jason 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jason takes personal injury 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 Jason agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Jason Zhou — Over 11 years of Illinois business experience
Jason Zhou is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Jason has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Jones Day.
Jason Zhou is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation. Jason received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 11 years. Jason practices at Jones Day in Chicago, IL.
How Jason handles business matters
Jason Zhou is a lawyer practicing business & tort litigation. Jason received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 11 years. Jason practices at Jones Day in Chicago, IL.
Who Jason represents
Jason reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, litigation, and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Jason Zhou's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern University B.A. J.D. magna cum laude Northwestern University B.A. 2015 Associate Editor Northwestern University B.A. Northwestern Journal of Law and Social Policy Northwestern Un
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Jurisdictions
Jason's state bar admissions
Illinois
2015 · ACTIVE
Jason studied at — in Northwestern University B.A. J.D. magna cum laude Northwestern University B.A. 2015 Associate Editor Northwestern University B.A. Northwestern Journal of Law and Social Policy Northwestern Un.
Law school and academic background
Jason completed — in Northwestern University B.A. J.D. magna cum laude Northwestern University B.A. 2015 Associate Editor Northwestern University B.A. Northwestern Journal of Law and Social Policy Northwestern Un. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jason runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Jason Zhou's office in Chicago
Jason's primary office is at 77 West Wacker, Chicago, IL, 60601-1692. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Jason Zhou
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How to hire Jason Zhou — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jason usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jason charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jason'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; Jason 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 Jason
Jason 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. Jason confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jason'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 Jason Zhou
How much does it cost to hire Jason for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jason walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jason offer a free consultation?
Jason charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jason's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Jason'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. Jason gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jason take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Jason 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 — Jason 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 Jason?
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. Jason will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jason accepting new business clients right now?
Jason's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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