Esfand Yar Nafisi, Class Action Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Criminal Defense, and General
AssociateatKelley Drye & Warren LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing class action in Chicago since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Esfand Yar Nafisi is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Criminal Defense, and General. Esfand has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Criminal Defense · General
- Handles Class Action, Criminal Defense, and General matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Esfand Yar Nafisi: Esfand Yar Nafisi is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Criminal Defense, and General. Esfand has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Esfand takes on
Esfand concentrates on class action, criminal defense, general, litigation, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Esfand handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Criminal Defense
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General
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Litigation
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Chicago, Illinois
Esfand 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 Esfand agrees to represent you.
Criminal Defense cases in Chicago, Illinois
Esfand takes criminal defense 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 Esfand agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Esfand 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 Esfand agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Esfand 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 Esfand agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Esfand 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 Esfand agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Esfand Yar Nafisi — class action lawyer in Chicago
Esfand Yar Nafisi is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Class Action, Criminal Defense, and General. Esfand has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP.
Esfand Yar Nafisi is a lawyer practicing general practice, class action, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law. Esfand received a B.S. degree from George Mason University in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years. Esfand practices at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP in Chicago, IL.
Esfand's approach to class action cases
Esfand Yar Nafisi is a lawyer practicing general practice, class action, defective and dangerous products and 3 other areas of law. Esfand received a B.S. degree from George Mason University in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years. Esfand practices at Kelley Drye & Warren LLP in Chicago, IL.
Clients Esfand works with
Esfand reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, criminal defense, and general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 2009
George Mason University
B.S. Psychology · 2005
Jurisdictions
Esfand's state bar admissions
California
2018 · ACTIVE
New York
2013 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2010 · ACTIVE
Esfand studied at J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. Psychology in George Mason University.
Law school and academic background
Esfand completed J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.S. Psychology in George Mason University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Esfand runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Esfand Yar Nafisi's office in Chicago
Esfand's primary office is at 333 West Wacker Drive, 26th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
333 West Wacker Drive, 26th Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
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How to hire Esfand Yar Nafisi — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Esfand usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Esfand charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Esfand'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; Esfand will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Esfand
Esfand discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Esfand confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Esfand's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Esfand Yar Nafisi
How much does it cost to hire Esfand for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Esfand walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Esfand offer a free consultation?
Esfand charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Esfand's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Esfand's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple class action 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. Esfand gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Esfand take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Esfand 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 — Esfand 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 Esfand?
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. Esfand will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Esfand accepting new class action clients right now?
Esfand'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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