
Laura Anne Castagna, Entertainment Attorney in Bloomington, Illinois
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury
PartneratKelly & Castagna
Bloomington, IL
Practicing entertainment in Bloomington since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Laura Anne Castagna is a partner based in Bloomington, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly & Castagna.
- Based in
- Bloomington, IL
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- Entertainment · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Bloomington, IL.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Laura Anne Castagna: Laura Anne Castagna is a partner based in Bloomington, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly & Castagna.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Laura takes on
Laura concentrates on entertainment, litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Entertainment cases in Bloomington, Illinois
Laura takes entertainment matters in Bloomington, 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Bloomington, Illinois
Laura takes litigation matters in Bloomington, 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Bloomington, Illinois
Laura takes personal injury matters in Bloomington, 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Bloomington, Illinois
Laura takes workers comp matters in Bloomington, 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Laura Anne Castagna — entertainment lawyer in Bloomington
Laura Anne Castagna is a partner based in Bloomington, IL. The practice focuses on Entertainment, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Laura has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Kelly & Castagna.
Laura Anne Castagna is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising and marketing, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. Laura received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years. Laura practices at Kelly & Castagna in Bloomington, IL and 1 other location.
Laura's approach to entertainment cases
Laura Anne Castagna is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising and marketing, workers compensation and 1 other area of law. Laura received a B.A. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years. Laura practices at Kelly & Castagna in Bloomington, IL and 1 other location.
Clients Laura works with
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, litigation, and personal injury matters in Bloomington and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Washington University School of Law
J.D. · 2011
Eastern Illinois University
B.A. University · 2004
Jurisdictions
Laura's state bar admissions
United States Distri
2015 · ACTIVE
Illinois
2011 · ACTIVE
Laura studied at J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.A. University in Eastern Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Laura completed J.D. in Washington University School of Law and B.A. University in Eastern Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Laura runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Laura's professional memberships and bar associations
McLean County Bar Association
Member, 2011-present) Illinois State Bar Association (Elected to ISBA Assembly for the 11th Judicial Circuit) Member, 2011-present Tort Law Section Council 2012-present Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (Member, 2011-present · membership
Locations
Laura Anne Castagna's office in Bloomington
Laura's primary office is at 121 North Main Street, 3rd Floor, Bloomington, IL, 61701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Laura Anne Castagna — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura'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; Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Bloomington, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Laura
Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laura Anne Castagna
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside Bloomington?
Laura 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 — Laura 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 Laura?
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. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Laura'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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