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Surendra Kumar Ravula, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and IP

AssociateatBanner & Witcoff, Ltd.

Chicago, IL

Practicing business in Chicago since 2016.

10+
Years practicing
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Surendra Kumar Ravula is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Surendra has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd..

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 10 years
Known for
Business · General · IP
  • Handles Business, General, and IP matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Surendra Kumar Ravula: Surendra Kumar Ravula is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Surendra has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Surendra takes on

Surendra concentrates on business, general, ip, litigation, and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Surendra handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Chicago, Illinois

Surendra 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 Surendra agrees to represent you.

General cases in Chicago, Illinois

Surendra takes general 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 Surendra agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Chicago, Illinois

Surendra takes ip 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 Surendra agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois

Surendra 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 Surendra agrees to represent you.

Patent cases in Chicago, Illinois

Surendra takes patent 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 Surendra agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Surendra Kumar Ravula — business lawyer in Chicago

Surendra Kumar Ravula is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IP. Surendra has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd..

Surendra Kumar Ravula is a lawyer practicing counseling, opinions & licensing, litigation, patent prosecution and 2 other areas of law. Surendra Kumar received a degree from Duke University, and has been licensed for 10 years. Surendra Kumar practices at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

Working with Surendra on a business matter

Surendra Kumar Ravula is a lawyer practicing counseling, opinions & licensing, litigation, patent prosecution and 2 other areas of law. Surendra Kumar received a degree from Duke University, and has been licensed for 10 years. Surendra Kumar practices at Banner & Witcoff, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

Who Surendra represents

Surendra reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and ip matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Duke University B.S. 2000 Georgia Institute of Technology M.S. 2002 Georgia Institute of Technology Ph.D. 2006 Northwestern University J.D. 2016

Jurisdictions

Surendra's state bar admissions

  • Illinois Supreme Cou

    2016 · ACTIVE

Surendra studied at — in Duke University B.S. 2000 Georgia Institute of Technology M.S. 2002 Georgia Institute of Technology Ph.D. 2006 Northwestern University J.D. 2016.

Law school and academic background

Surendra completed — in Duke University B.S. 2000 Georgia Institute of Technology M.S. 2002 Georgia Institute of Technology Ph.D. 2006 Northwestern University J.D. 2016. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Surendra runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Surendra's professional memberships and bar associations

  • and a President's Fellow. He earned his J.D. from the Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, where he graduated cum laude . He has also published numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and has presented his work at universities around the countr

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Locations

Surendra Kumar Ravula's office in Chicago

Surendra's primary office is at 71 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3600, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Banner & Witcoff, Ltd.

71 South Wacker Drive, Suite 3600

Chicago, IL 60606

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Hiring guide

How to hire Surendra Kumar Ravula — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Surendra charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Surendra'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; Surendra 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 Surendra

Surendra 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. Surendra confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Surendra'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 Surendra Kumar Ravula

  • How much does it cost to hire Surendra for a business case?

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

  • Does Surendra offer a free consultation?

    Surendra charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Surendra's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Surendra'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. Surendra gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

    Surendra 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 — Surendra 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 Surendra?

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

  • Is Surendra accepting new business clients right now?

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

Areas served

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