Nick Kahlon, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Business and Litigation
Chicago, IL
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Nick Kahlon is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Nick Kahlon: Nick Kahlon is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Nick takes on
Nick concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Nick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Nick 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 Nick agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Nick 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 Nick agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Nick Kahlon — business lawyer in Chicago
Nick Kahlon is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Nick’s practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including noncompetes, class actions, patent cases, and other significant business disputes. He has represented some of the largest companies in the world, including leading technology and financial companies, and won cases ranging from the millions to billions of dollars in damages.
As a first-generation Indian American, Nick is passionate about pro bono and community service. He does pro bono work for the Sikh Coalition and other Indian rights organizations, and he is a founding member of the Sikh Bar Association. He also works pro bono with the ACLU on civil rights cases, and is currently representing the city of Chicago in litigation involving the government’s travel ban and sanctuary city policies.
Nick is the Lead of the firm’s General Litigation Practice Team.
How Nick handles business matters
Nick Kahlon’s approach to litigation is straightforward: out-think and out-prepare the other side. His ease in court is grounded in the knowledge that he has thought through and planned for every detail, and his ease with clients comes from a deep understanding of their business needs. Nick’s practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including noncompetes, class actions, patent cases,…
The kind of cases Nick takes
Nick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of Texas
J.D. · 2000
Nick studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.
Law school and academic background
Nick completed J.D. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Nick runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Nick has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Nick Kahlon's office in Chicago
Nick'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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Client reviews of Nick Kahlon
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Nick Kahlon — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Nick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Nick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nick'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; Nick 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 Nick
Nick 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. Nick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Nick'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 Nick Kahlon
How much does it cost to hire Nick for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Nick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Nick offer a free consultation?
Nick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Nick's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Nick'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. Nick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Nick take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Nick 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 — Nick 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 Nick?
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. Nick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Nick accepting new business clients right now?
Nick'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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