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Ritika Narayanan, Elder Law Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law

AttorneyatHinshaw & Culbertson LLP

Chicago, IL

Practicing elder law in Chicago since 2016.

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Years practicing
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Ritika Narayanan is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Ritika has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 10 years
Known for
Elder Law · Estate Planning · Family Law
  • Handles Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Ritika Narayanan: Ritika Narayanan is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Ritika has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.

Areas of practice

Ritika's practice areas in Chicago

Ritika concentrates on elder law, estate planning, family law, immigration, and probate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ritika handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Elder Law cases in Chicago, Illinois

Ritika takes elder law 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 Ritika agrees to represent you.

Estate Planning cases in Chicago, Illinois

Ritika takes estate planning 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 Ritika agrees to represent you.

Family Law cases in Chicago, Illinois

Ritika takes family law 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 Ritika agrees to represent you.

Immigration cases in Chicago, Illinois

Ritika takes immigration 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 Ritika agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Chicago, Illinois

Ritika takes probate 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 Ritika agrees to represent you.

Biography

Ritika Narayanan, elder law attorney serving Chicago

Ritika Narayanan is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Ritika has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. Ritika works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on elder law matters across the region.

Ritika Narayanan is a lawyer practicing family, wills-trusts-probate, elder law and 2 other areas of law. Ritika has been licensed for 10 years. Ritika practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL.

Working with Ritika on a elder law matter

Ritika Narayanan is a lawyer practicing family, wills-trusts-probate, elder law and 2 other areas of law. Ritika has been licensed for 10 years. Ritika practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL.

Clients Ritika works with

Ritika reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate planning, and family law matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Ritika studied and practices

  • University of Houston

    J.D. · 2015

Jurisdictions

Ritika's state bar admissions

  • Texas

    2016 · ACTIVE

Ritika studied at J.D. in University of Houston.

Law school and academic background

Ritika completed J.D. in University of Houston. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ritika runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Ritika Narayanan's office in Chicago

Ritika's primary office is at 151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP

151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500

Chicago, IL 60606

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Hiring guide

How to hire Ritika Narayanan — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law 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 Ritika

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every elder law 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. Ritika confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Ritika Narayanan

  • How much does it cost to hire Ritika for a elder law case?

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

  • Does Ritika offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do elder law cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple elder law 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. Ritika gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Ritika 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 — Ritika 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 Ritika?

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

  • Is Ritika accepting new elder law clients right now?

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

Areas served

Elder Law attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

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