
Kevin Joseph Burke, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Vice ChairmanatHinshaw & Culbertson LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kevin Joseph Burke is a vice chairman based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Kevin has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Litigation
- Handles Business, General, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Kevin Joseph Burke: Kevin Joseph Burke is a vice chairman based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Kevin has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kevin Joseph Burke
Kevin concentrates on business, general, litigation, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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General
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin takes business 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin takes medical malpractice 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Kevin takes personal injury 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 Kevin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kevin Joseph Burke — Over 43 years of Illinois business experience
Kevin Joseph Burke is a vice chairman based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Litigation. Kevin has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Kevin Joseph Burke is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years. Kevin practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL.
Kevin's approach to business cases
Kevin Joseph Burke is a lawyer practicing personal injury, wrongful death, commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Kevin received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years. Kevin practices at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP in Chicago, IL.
Clients Kevin works with
Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Kevin Joseph Burke's legal education and bar admissions
New England School of Law
J.D. · 1982
Boston College
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Kevin's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1983 · ACTIVE
Kevin studied at J.D. in New England School of Law and B.A. in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Kevin completed J.D. in New England School of Law and B.A. in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Kevin Joseph Burke
Kevin has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Kevin Joseph Burke's office in Chicago
Kevin's primary office is at 151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
151 North Franklin Street, Suite 2500
Chicago, IL 60606
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Client reviews of Kevin Joseph Burke — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Kevin Joseph Burke — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin'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; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Kevin
Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kevin Joseph Burke
How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kevin offer a free consultation?
Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business 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. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Kevin 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 — Kevin 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 Kevin?
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. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kevin accepting new business clients right now?
Kevin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Kevin handles business matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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