
Carlos Alfredo Ortiz, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Consumer
PartneratHinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 2004.
- 22+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Carlos Alfredo Ortiz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Carlos has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Consumer
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Consumer matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Carlos Alfredo Ortiz: Carlos Alfredo Ortiz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Carlos has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Carlos Alfredo Ortiz
Carlos concentrates on business, class action, consumer, employment, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Carlos handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Class Action
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Consumer
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Employment
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Immigration
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Carlos 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 Carlos agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Chicago, Illinois
Carlos 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 Carlos agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Chicago, Illinois
Carlos takes consumer 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 Carlos agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Carlos takes employment 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 Carlos agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Chicago, Illinois
Carlos takes immigration 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 Carlos agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Carlos Alfredo Ortiz — Over 22 years of Illinois business experience
Carlos Alfredo Ortiz is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Carlos has over 22 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.
Atty. Carlos Alfredo Ortiz is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, consumer and class action litigation, consumer financial services and 4 other areas of law. Carlos received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Carlos practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL and 1 other location.
Working with Carlos on a business matter
Atty. Carlos Alfredo Ortiz is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, consumer and class action litigation, consumer financial services and 4 other areas of law. Carlos received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 2001, and has been licensed for 22 years. Carlos practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL and 1 other location.
Who Carlos represents
Carlos reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and consumer matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Carlos Alfredo Ortiz's legal education and bar admissions
University of Wisconsin
J.D. · 2004
Northern Illinois University
B.A. Political · 2001
Jurisdictions
Carlos's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Court
2007 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
2004 · ACTIVE
Carlos studied at J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. Political in Northern Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Carlos completed J.D. in University of Wisconsin and B.A. Political in Northern Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Carlos runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Carlos Alfredo Ortiz's office in Chicago
Carlos's primary office is at 151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500
Chicago, IL 60606
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How to hire Carlos Alfredo Ortiz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Carlos usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Carlos charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos'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; Carlos 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 Carlos
Carlos 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. Carlos confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Carlos'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 Carlos Alfredo Ortiz
How much does it cost to hire Carlos for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Carlos walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Carlos offer a free consultation?
Carlos charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Carlos's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Carlos'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. Carlos gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Carlos take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Carlos 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 — Carlos 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 Carlos?
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. Carlos will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Carlos accepting new business clients right now?
Carlos'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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