Katheryn M. Dutenhaver — Attorney in Evanston, Illinois
Over 54 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Assoc. Prof. of Law
Evanston, IL
Practicing law in Evanston since 1972.
- 54+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Katheryn M. Dutenhaver is an assoc. prof. of law based in Evanston, IL. Katheryn has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
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- Evanston, IL
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- Over 54 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Katheryn M. Dutenhaver: Katheryn M. Dutenhaver is an assoc. prof. of law based in Evanston, IL. Katheryn has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Biography
Meet Katheryn M. Dutenhaver — legal lawyer in Evanston
Katheryn M. Dutenhaver is an assoc. prof. of law based in Evanston, IL. Katheryn has over 54 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Katheryn M. Dutenhaver is a lawyer. Katheryn received a B.A. degree from North Central College in 1960, and has been licensed for 54 years. Katheryn practices in Evanston, IL.
Clients Katheryn works with
Katheryn reviews new inquiries case-by-case across a general legal practice in Evanston and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
DePaul University College of Law
J.D. · 1972
North Central College
B.A. · 1960
Jurisdictions
Katheryn's state bar admissions
Illinois
1972 · ACTIVE
Katheryn studied at J.D. in DePaul University College of Law and B.A. in North Central College.
Law school and academic background
Katheryn completed J.D. in DePaul University College of Law and B.A. in North Central College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Katheryn runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Katheryn has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Katheryn M. Dutenhaver's office in Evanston
Katheryn's primary office is at 450 Davis St Unit 659, Evanston, IL, 60201-7603. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Katheryn M. Dutenhaver — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Katheryn. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing legal attorneys in Evanston.
5.0
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How to hire Katheryn M. Dutenhaver — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new legal attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Katheryn usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Katheryn charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katheryn'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; Katheryn will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a legal attorney in Evanston, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many legal 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 Katheryn
Katheryn discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in legal practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every legal 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. Katheryn confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Katheryn's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many legal practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Katheryn M. Dutenhaver
How much does it cost to hire Katheryn for a legal case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Katheryn walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Katheryn offer a free consultation?
Katheryn charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Katheryn's office. Some legal attorneys offer free consults — check Katheryn's current terms during booking.
How long do legal cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple legal 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. Katheryn gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Katheryn take my case if I'm outside Evanston?
Katheryn 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 — Katheryn 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 Katheryn?
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. Katheryn will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Katheryn accepting new legal clients right now?
Katheryn's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
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