Kimberly Payne, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Kimberly concentrates on employment, formation, and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kimberly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Employment

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• Formation

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• Government

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Kimberly's primary office is at Two Prudential Plz., 180 N. Stetson, Ste. 3100, Chicago, IL, 60601-6714. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Kimberly for a employment case?

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

• Does Kimberly offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

  Kimberly 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 — Kimberly 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 Kimberly?

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

• Is Kimberly accepting new employment clients right now?

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