Criminal and Civil Litigation Attorney Serving Cook County and DuPage County
Whether you need an attorney to mount a strong defense for you in criminal court or a lawyer who will fight for your interests in civil court, Hartsfield Law is here to serve you. At Hartsfield Law, you will find an experienced and aggressive lawyer who will fight for your rights and a favorable outcome to your case. We serve clients throughout Cook County and DuPage County from our offices in Oakbrook Terrace, Rolling Meadows, and Chicago. Please call 312-345-1700 to schedule a free consultation.
Personal Injury
If you have suffered a devastating injury caused by someone else's carelessness or deliberate wrongdoing, you need a compassionate and attentive personal injury lawyer to handle your case. Hartsfield Law is committed to helping you recover your financial security by making sure that you are not left with huge medical bills and other expenses as the result of another's negligence.
Civil Litigation
When you get into a dispute with another person or business, it is generally a matter of civil law. Some common types of civil cases include breach of contract matters, landlord/tenant issues, and adjoining landowner disputes. Such issues can often be resolved through attorney negotiation, but they may require litigation in either small claims court (value of $10,000 or less) or civil court (value over $10,000). At Hartsfield Law, our experienced civil litigation lawyer will work tirelessly to resolve civil disputes through negotiation or trial.
Real Estate
Buying or selling a home or other property is one of the most expensive transactions you will ever make. Yet many people do not appreciate the amount of risk involved in these transactions. At Hartsfield Law, you will find a respected real estate lawyer who is dedicated to protecting your interests when you buy or sell property. We provide comprehensive contract review and closing services.
Courthouses We Serve
Cook County
Richard J. Daley Center
First Municipal District,
Circuit Court of Cook CountySkokie Courthouse
Second Municipal District,
Circuit Court of Cook CountyRolling Meadows Courthouse
Third Municipal District,
Circuit Court of Cook CountyMaywood Courthouse
Fourth Municipal District,
Circuit Court of Cook CountyBridgeview Courthouse
Fifth Municipal District,
Circuit Court of Cook County
Kane County
Kane County Judicial Center
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
Kane County Courthouse
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
Kane County Branch Court
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
Aurora Branch Court
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
Elgin Branch Court
Sixteenth Judicial Circuit
DuPage County
DuPage County Courthouse
Eighteenth Judicial Circuit
Downers Grove Field Court
Addison Field Court
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