
Cecilia Alice Roth, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Employment Contracts
CounselatMayer Brown Llp
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
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- Bar admission
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Cecilia Alice Roth is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Cecilia has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Employment Contracts
- Handles Business, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cecilia Alice Roth: Cecilia Alice Roth is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Cecilia has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Cecilia Alice Roth
Cecilia concentrates on business, employment, employment contracts, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cecilia handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Employment Contracts
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General
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Cecilia 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 Cecilia agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Cecilia 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 Cecilia agrees to represent you.
Employment Contracts cases in Chicago, Illinois
Cecilia takes employment 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 Cecilia agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Cecilia 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 Cecilia agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Cecilia Alice Roth — Over 42 years of Illinois business experience
Cecilia Alice Roth is a counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Cecilia has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.
Cecilia Alice Roth is a lawyer practicing erisa, banking & finance, structured finance and 3 other areas of law. Cecilia received a A.B. degree from The University of Chicago in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years. Cecilia practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Cecilia handles business matters
Cecilia Alice Roth is a lawyer practicing erisa, banking & finance, structured finance and 3 other areas of law. Cecilia received a A.B. degree from The University of Chicago in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years. Cecilia practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Cecilia represents
Cecilia reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and employment contracts matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Cecilia Alice Roth's legal education and bar admissions
The University of Michigan Law School
J.D. · 1983
The University of Chicago
A.B. · 1976
Jurisdictions
Cecilia's state bar admissions
Illinois
1984 · ACTIVE
Cecilia studied at J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School and A.B. in The University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Cecilia completed J.D. in The University of Michigan Law School and A.B. in The University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cecilia runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Cecilia's professional memberships and bar associations
Activities Peace Corps Volunteer, Dominican Republic, 1978-1980
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Locations
Cecilia Alice Roth's office in Chicago
Cecilia's primary office is at 71 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Cecilia Alice Roth — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cecilia usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cecilia charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cecilia'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; Cecilia 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 Cecilia
Cecilia 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. Cecilia confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cecilia'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 Cecilia Alice Roth
How much does it cost to hire Cecilia for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cecilia walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cecilia offer a free consultation?
Cecilia charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cecilia's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cecilia'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. Cecilia gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cecilia take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Cecilia 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 — Cecilia 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 Cecilia?
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. Cecilia will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cecilia accepting new business clients right now?
Cecilia's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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