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Kenneth Donald Peters, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

MemberatCronin, Peters & Cook, P.C.

Chicago, IL

Practicing employment in Chicago since 1974.

52+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
2
Bar admissions

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Kenneth Donald Peters is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 52 years
Known for
Employment · Workers Comp
  • Handles Employment and Workers Comp matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Kenneth Donald Peters: Kenneth Donald Peters is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Kenneth Donald Peters

Kenneth concentrates on employment and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois

Kenneth takes employment 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Chicago, Illinois

Kenneth takes workers comp 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 Kenneth agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Kenneth Donald Peters — Over 52 years of Illinois employment experience

Kenneth Donald Peters is a member based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Workers Comp. Kenneth has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Kenneth Donald Peters is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employment & labor. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years. Kenneth practices at Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C. in Chicago, IL.

How Kenneth handles employment matters

Kenneth Donald Peters is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, employment & labor. Kenneth received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years. Kenneth practices at Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C. in Chicago, IL.

The kind of cases Kenneth takes

Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and workers comp matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Kenneth Donald Peters's legal education and bar admissions

  • John Marshall Law School

    J.D. · 1974

  • Purdue University

    B.S. · 1970

Jurisdictions

Kenneth's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1974 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    1974 · ACTIVE

Kenneth studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Purdue University.

Law school and academic background

Kenneth completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Purdue University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Kenneth Donald Peters

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

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Chicago Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Worker's Compensation Lawyers Association

    membership

Locations

Kenneth Donald Peters's office in Chicago

Kenneth's primary office is at 221 N La Salle St., Suite 1454, Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Cronin, Peters & Cook, P.C.

221 N La Salle St., Suite 1454

Chicago, IL 60601

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Kenneth Donald Peters — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

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

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kenneth Donald Peters — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Kenneth

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kenneth Donald Peters

  • How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a employment case?

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

  • Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

    Kenneth 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 — Kenneth 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 Kenneth?

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

  • Is Kenneth accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

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

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