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Kweku Asuamah Thompson, General Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on General, Government, and Real Estate

AttorneyatMayer Brown Llp

Chicago, IL

Practicing general in Chicago since 2014.

12+
Years practicing
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Kweku Asuamah Thompson is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Kweku has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 12 years
Known for
General · Government · Real Estate
  • Handles General, Government, and Real Estate matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Kweku Asuamah Thompson: Kweku Asuamah Thompson is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Kweku has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Kweku takes on

Kweku concentrates on general, government, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kweku handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Chicago, Illinois

Kweku 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 Kweku agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Chicago, Illinois

Kweku takes government 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 Kweku agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Chicago, Illinois

Kweku takes real estate 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 Kweku agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Kweku Asuamah Thompson — general lawyer in Chicago

Kweku Asuamah Thompson is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Government, and Real Estate. Kweku has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Mayer Brown Llp.

Kweku Asuamah Thompson is a lawyer practicing telecommunications, real estate, government. Kweku has been licensed for 12 years. Kweku practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.

Working with Kweku on a general matter

Kweku Asuamah Thompson is a lawyer practicing telecommunications, real estate, government. Kweku has been licensed for 12 years. Kweku practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Chicago, IL.

Who Kweku represents

Kweku reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, government, and real estate matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Loyola University Chicago School of Law

    JD · 2014

Jurisdictions

Kweku's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    2014 · ACTIVE

Kweku studied at JD in Loyola University Chicago School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Kweku completed JD in Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kweku runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Kweku Asuamah Thompson's office in Chicago

Kweku's primary office is at 71 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Mayer Brown Llp

71 S. Wacker Drive

Chicago, IL 60606

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kweku Asuamah Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a general attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Kweku

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Kweku confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kweku Asuamah Thompson

  • How much does it cost to hire Kweku for a general case?

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

  • Does Kweku offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

    Kweku 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 — Kweku 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 Kweku?

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

  • Is Kweku accepting new general clients right now?

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

Areas served

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