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Dena Economou, Insurance Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing insurance in Chicago since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Dena Economou is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Dena has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Dena Economou: Dena Economou is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Dena has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Dena takes on

Dena concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dena handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dena 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 Dena agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois

Dena takes personal injury 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 Dena agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Dena Economou — insurance lawyer in Chicago

Dena Economou is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Dena has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Dena Economou is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage litigation, toxic torts, environmental insurance coverage. Dena received a M.B.A. degree from IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years. Dena practices at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP in Chicago, IL.

Dena's approach to insurance cases

Dena Economou is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage litigation, toxic torts, environmental insurance coverage. Dena received a M.B.A. degree from IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1991, and has been licensed for 35 years. Dena practices at Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP in Chicago, IL.

Clients Dena works with

Dena reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law

    J.D. · 1991

  • IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law

    M.B.A. Loyola · 1991

Jurisdictions

Dena's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1991 · ACTIVE

Dena studied at J.D. in IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law and M.B.A. Loyola in IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law.

Law school and academic background

Dena completed J.D. in IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law and M.B.A. Loyola in IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dena runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Dena has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Dena Economou's office in Chicago

Dena's primary office is at 200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2550, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Weber Gallagher Simpson Stapleton Fires & Newby, LLP

200 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2550

Chicago, IL 60606

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Dena Economou — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Dena. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Chicago.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Dena Economou — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dena usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Dena charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dena'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; Dena will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Dena

Dena discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Dena confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Dena's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Dena Economou

  • How much does it cost to hire Dena for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dena walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Dena offer a free consultation?

    Dena charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dena's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Dena's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. Dena gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Dena take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Dena 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 — Dena 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 Dena?

    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. Dena will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Dena accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Dena's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Dena handles insurance matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.

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