Anooj M. Thakrar, Contracts Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Contracts, General, and Insurance
PartneratGrotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing contracts in Chicago since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Anooj M. Thakrar is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Insurance. Anooj has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP.
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- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 22 years
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- Contracts · General · Insurance
- Handles Contracts, General, and Insurance matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Anooj M. Thakrar: Anooj M. Thakrar is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Insurance. Anooj has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Anooj takes on
Anooj concentrates on contracts, general, insurance, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anooj handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Contracts
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Product Liability
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Contracts cases in Chicago, Illinois
Anooj takes contracts 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 Anooj agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Anooj 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 Anooj agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Anooj takes insurance 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 Anooj agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Anooj 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 Anooj agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Anooj 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 Anooj agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Anooj M. Thakrar — contracts lawyer in Chicago
Anooj M. Thakrar is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Contracts, General, and Insurance. Anooj has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP.
Anooj M. Thakrar is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, contracts & agreements, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Anooj received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Anooj practices at Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Anooj handles contracts matters
Anooj M. Thakrar is a lawyer practicing defective and dangerous products, contracts & agreements, general practice and 3 other areas of law. Anooj received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Geneseo in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years. Anooj practices at Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP in Chicago, IL.
The kind of cases Anooj takes
Anooj reviews new inquiries case-by-case for contracts, general, and insurance matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 2003
State University of New York at Geneseo
B.A. University · 1999
Jurisdictions
Anooj's state bar admissions
Texas
2015 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2004 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2004 · ACTIVE
Anooj studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. University in State University of New York at Geneseo.
Law school and academic background
Anooj completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.A. University in State University of New York at Geneseo. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anooj runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Anooj's professional memberships and bar associations
Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Anooj M. Thakrar's office in Chicago
Anooj's primary office is at 311 S. Wacker Dr., Ste. 4500, Chicago, IL, 60606-6655. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Grotefeld Hoffmann Gordon Ochoa & Evinger, LLP
311 S. Wacker Dr., Ste. 4500
Chicago, IL 60606-6655
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How to hire Anooj M. Thakrar — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new contracts attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anooj usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Anooj charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anooj'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; Anooj will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a contracts attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many contracts 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 Anooj
Anooj discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in contracts practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every contracts 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. Anooj confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Anooj's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many contracts practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Anooj M. Thakrar
How much does it cost to hire Anooj for a contracts case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anooj walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Anooj offer a free consultation?
Anooj charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anooj's office. Some contracts attorneys offer free consults — check Anooj's current terms during booking.
How long do contracts cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple contracts 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. Anooj gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Anooj take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Anooj 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 — Anooj 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 Anooj?
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. Anooj will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Anooj accepting new contracts clients right now?
Anooj'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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