How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a aviation case?

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

Does Katherine offer a free consultation?

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

How long do aviation cases in Illinois typically take?

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

Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

Katherine 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 — Katherine 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 Katherine?

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

Is Katherine accepting new aviation clients right now?

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

Katherine Lee Dzik, Aviation Attorney in Chicago

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Katherine Lee Dzik is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and Car Accidents. Katherine has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC.

Based in: Chicago, IL
Experience: over 26 years
Known for: Aviation · Business · Car Accidents

Handles Aviation, Business, and Car Accidents matters from Chicago, IL.
Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Katherine takes on

Katherine concentrates on aviation, business, car accidents, civil rights, and construction. Each area below outlines the kind of case Katherine handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Aviation cases in Chicago, Illinois

Katherine takes aviation 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Chicago, Illinois

Katherine 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Car Accidents cases in Chicago, Illinois

Katherine takes car accidents 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Chicago, Illinois

Katherine 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Construction cases in Chicago, Illinois

Katherine takes construction 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 Katherine agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Katherine Lee Dzik — aviation lawyer in Chicago

Katherine Lee Dzik is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Aviation, Business, and Car Accidents. Katherine has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC.

Katherine Lee Dzik is a lawyer practicing commercial, airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents and 34 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.S. degree from DeVry Institute of Technology in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years. Katherine practices at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC in Chicago, IL.

Katherine's approach to aviation cases

Katherine Lee Dzik is a lawyer practicing commercial, airplane crash litigation, aviation accidents and 34 other areas of law. Katherine received a B.S. degree from DeVry Institute of Technology in 1993, and has been licensed for 26 years. Katherine practices at Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC in Chicago, IL.

The kind of cases Katherine takes

Katherine reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, business, and car accidents matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

DePaul College of Law
J.D. · 2000
DeVry Institute of Technology
B.S. · 1993

Jurisdictions

Katherine's state bar admissions

Michigan
2024 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2000 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2000 · ACTIVE

Katherine studied at J.D. in DePaul College of Law and B.S. in DeVry Institute of Technology.

Law school and academic background

Katherine completed J.D. in DePaul College of Law and B.S. in DeVry Institute of Technology. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katherine runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Katherine Lee Dzik's office in Chicago

Katherine's primary office is at 200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3300, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hall Prangle & Schoonveld, LLC

200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3300

Chicago, IL 60606

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Client reviews of Katherine Lee Dzik

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Hiring guide

How to hire Katherine Lee Dzik — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 Katherine

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every aviation 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. Katherine confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Katherine Lee Dzik

How much does it cost to hire Katherine for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katherine walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katherine offer a free consultation?
Katherine charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katherine's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Katherine's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple aviation 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. Katherine gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katherine take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Katherine 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 — Katherine 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 Katherine?
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. Katherine will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katherine accepting new aviation clients right now?
Katherine's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Community Q&A

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Areas served

Aviation attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Katherine handles aviation matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified aviation attorneys in that community.

Katherine Lee Dzik, Aviation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

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