Shane Kelly, Class Action Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Class Action and Product Liability
Chicago, IL
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Shane Kelly is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Keller Postman LLC.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Class Action · Product Liability
- Handles Class Action and Product Liability matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Shane Kelly: Shane Kelly is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Keller Postman LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Shane takes on
Shane concentrates on class action and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Shane handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Chicago, Illinois
Shane takes class action 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Shane takes product liability 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 Shane agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Shane Kelly — class action lawyer in Chicago
Shane Kelly is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Keller Postman LLC.
Shane is a committed and passionate advocate for plaintiffs. He leverages his experience litigating against powerful corporate defendants to deliver exceptional results for his clients.
At Keller Postman, Shane concentrates his practice on antitrust and other consumer protection matters. He currently represents consumers in three putative class actions challenging Amazon’s anticompetitive pricing policies. Shane also represents a coalition of states challenging Google’s anticompetitive and deceptive conduct in various advertising technology markets.
Before joining Keller Postman, Shane was a litigation associate at Baker McKenzie, where his practice focused on post-acquisition disputes and SEC enforcement matters. Throughout his career, Shane has also devoted significant time and effort to his pro bono practice. In 2022, he was named volunteer of the year for the Center for Disability and Elder Law in Chicago.
Shane graduated magna cum laude from Indiana University Maurer School of Law. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Iowa.
Shane is licensed to practice law in Illinois only.
Working with Shane on a class action matter
Shane Kelly is an Associate at Keller Postman LLC. He specializes in complex, high-stakes antitrust and consumer protection litigation. Shane is a committed and passionate advocate for plaintiffs. He leverages his experience litigating against powerful corporate defendants to deliver exceptional results for his clients. At Keller Postman, Shane concentrates his practice on antitrust and other…
Clients Shane works with
Shane reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action and product liability matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
J.D. · 2021
Shane studied at J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law.
Law school and academic background
Shane completed J.D. in Indiana University Maurer School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Shane runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Shane has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Shane Kelly's office in Chicago
Shane's primary office is at 150 N. Riverside Plaza, Suite 4100, Chicago, Illinois, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Keller Postman LLC
150 N. Riverside Plaza, Suite 4100
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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How to hire Shane Kelly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Shane usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Shane charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane'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; Shane will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Shane
Shane discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Shane confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Shane's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Shane Kelly
How much does it cost to hire Shane for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Shane walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Shane offer a free consultation?
Shane charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Shane's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Shane's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple class action 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. Shane gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Shane take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Shane 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 — Shane 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 Shane?
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. Shane will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Shane accepting new class action clients right now?
Shane's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Shane handles class action matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action attorneys in that community.
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