Jad Gabriel Elchahal, Appellate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Jad concentrates on appellate, elder law, estate planning, international, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Elder Law

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• Estate Planning

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Jad's primary office is at 333 W Wacker Dr Ste 1700, Chicago, IL, 60606-1247. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Jad for a appellate case?

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

• Does Jad offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

  Jad 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 — Jad 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 Jad?

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

• Is Jad accepting new appellate clients right now?

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