
Jessica Nosalski, Appellate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 5 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate and Insurance
AssociateatMeagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.
Chicago, IL
Practicing appellate in Chicago since 2021.
- 5+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Jessica Nosalski is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate and Insurance. Jessica has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P..
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 5 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Insurance
- Handles Appellate and Insurance matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 5 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jessica Nosalski: Jessica Nosalski is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate and Insurance. Jessica has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P..
Areas of practice
Jessica's practice areas in Chicago
Jessica concentrates on appellate and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jessica handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jessica takes appellate 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 Jessica agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Jessica 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 Jessica agrees to represent you.
Biography
Jessica Nosalski, appellate attorney serving Chicago
Jessica Nosalski is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Appellate and Insurance. Jessica has over 5 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.. Jessica works from Chicago, Illinois and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Jessica has a diverse legal background and now specializes in insurance defense.
She has significant experience in various practice areas, including insurance defense, governmental representation, election law, redistricting, civil rights litigation, zoning and land use, environmental law, eminent domain, and commercial litigation.
Jessica received her law degree from UIC John Marshall Law School with a JD Concentration in Trial Advocacy and Dispute Resolution. In May 2020, she was inducted into the Order of Barristers for her exceptional skills in trial advocacy, oral advocacy, and brief writing. Her passion for advocacy earned her a CALI award in appellate advocacy. She served as an associate justice for the Moot Court Honors Board and competed in multiple moot court competitions. She was also a teacher’s assistant for three appellate advocacy classes.
Her legal experience includes both civil and criminal law. During law school, she gained valuable insights from working with the Homicide Division of the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender and working as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Judge Vincent M. Gaughan at the Criminal Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County.
In 2017, she graduated from Loyola University Chicago magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Criminology and a minor in English.
News
•Jan 21, 2025
Meagher + Geer acquires Chicago firm Beverly & Pause
Working with Jessica on a appellate matter
Jessica has a diverse legal background and now specializes in insurance defense. She has significant experience in various practice areas, including insurance defense, governmental representation, election law, redistricting, civil rights litigation, zoning and land use, environmental law, eminent domain, and commercial litigation. Jessica received her law degree from UIC John Marshall Law School…
Who Jessica represents
Jessica reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate and insurance matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Jessica studied and practices
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law
J.D. · 2020
Loyola University Chicago
B.S. · 2017
Jurisdictions
Jessica's state bar admissions
Illinois United Stat
2021 · ACTIVE
Jessica studied at J.D. in University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and B.S. in Loyola University Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Jessica completed J.D. in University of Illinois Chicago School of Law and B.S. in Loyola University Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jessica runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jessica's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional Affiliations •Women's Bar Association of Illinois
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Locations
Jessica Nosalski's office in Chicago
Jessica's primary office is at 230 West Monroe Street, Suite 1900, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Meagher + Geer, P.L.L.P.
230 West Monroe Street, Suite 1900
Chicago, IL 60606
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How to hire Jessica Nosalski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jessica usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jessica charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jessica'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; Jessica will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Jessica
Jessica 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Jessica confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jessica's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Jessica Nosalski
How much does it cost to hire Jessica for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jessica walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jessica offer a free consultation?
Jessica charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jessica's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Jessica'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. Jessica gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jessica take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Jessica 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 — Jessica 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 Jessica?
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. Jessica will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jessica accepting new appellate clients right now?
Jessica's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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