Adam Shawn Roberts, Creditor Rights Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 27 years of legal practice
MemberatFriedman and Wexler, LLC
Chicago, IL
Practicing creditor rights in Chicago since 1999.
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Adam Shawn Roberts is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights. Adam has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Friedman and Wexler, LLC.
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- Chicago, IL
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- over 27 years
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- Creditor Rights
- Handles Creditor Rights matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Adam Shawn Roberts: Adam Shawn Roberts is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights. Adam has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Friedman and Wexler, LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Adam takes on
Adam concentrates on creditor rights. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Creditor Rights cases in Chicago, Illinois
Adam takes creditor rights 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 Adam agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Adam Shawn Roberts — creditor rights lawyer in Chicago
Adam Shawn Roberts is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Creditor Rights. Adam has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Friedman and Wexler, LLC.
Adam Shawn Roberts is a lawyer practicing debt collection. Adam has been licensed for 27 years. Adam practices at Friedman and Wexler, LLC in Chicago, IL.
Working with Adam on a creditor rights matter
Adam Shawn Roberts is a lawyer practicing debt collection. Adam has been licensed for 27 years. Adam practices at Friedman and Wexler, LLC in Chicago, IL.
Clients Adam works with
Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for creditor rights matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Adam's state bar admissions
Illinois
1999 · ACTIVE
Adam studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School.
Law school and academic background
Adam completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Adam Shawn Roberts's office in Chicago
Adam's primary office is at 500 West Madison St., Ste. 2910, Chicago, IL, 60661-4571. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Friedman and Wexler, LLC
500 West Madison St., Ste. 2910
Chicago, IL 60661-4571
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How to hire Adam Shawn Roberts — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new creditor rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam'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; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a creditor rights attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many creditor rights 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 Adam
Adam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in creditor rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every creditor rights 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. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many creditor rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adam Shawn Roberts
How much does it cost to hire Adam for a creditor rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adam offer a free consultation?
Adam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office. Some creditor rights attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do creditor rights cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple creditor rights 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. Adam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adam take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Adam 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 — Adam 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 Adam?
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. Adam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adam accepting new creditor rights clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Creditor Rights attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Adam handles creditor rights matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified creditor rights attorneys in that community.
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