Laura Sue McKay, Insurance Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, IP, and Litigation
PartneratHinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing insurance in Chicago since 1991.
- 35+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Laura Sue McKay is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, IP, and Litigation. Laura has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 35 years
- Known for
- Insurance · IP · Litigation
- Handles Insurance, IP, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Laura Sue McKay: Laura Sue McKay is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, IP, and Litigation. Laura has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Laura Sue McKay
Laura concentrates on insurance, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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IP
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Litigation
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Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Laura takes insurance 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Chicago, Illinois
Laura takes ip 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Laura 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 Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Laura Sue McKay — Over 35 years of Illinois insurance experience
Laura Sue McKay is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, IP, and Litigation. Laura has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP.
Laura Sue McKay is a lawyer practicing trial practice, intellectual property and advertising injury litigation, insurance and reinsurance litigation. Laura received a B.S. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Laura practices at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP in Chicago, IL.
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Laura Sue McKay is a lawyer practicing trial practice, intellectual property and advertising injury litigation, insurance and reinsurance litigation. Laura received a B.S. degree from University of New Hampshire in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Laura practices at Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP in Chicago, IL.
Clients Laura works with
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, ip, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Laura Sue McKay's legal education and bar admissions
Boston University
J.D. · 1991
University of New Hampshire
B.S. · 1987
Jurisdictions
Laura's state bar admissions
Indiana
2009 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1991 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1991 · ACTIVE
Laura studied at J.D. in Boston University and B.S. in University of New Hampshire.
Law school and academic background
Laura completed J.D. in Boston University and B.S. in University of New Hampshire. 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.
Locations
Laura Sue McKay's office in Chicago
Laura's primary office is at Prudential Center, 180 North Stetson Street, Suite 3400, Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Hinkhouse Williams Walsh LLP
Prudential Center, 180 North Stetson Street, Suite 3400
Chicago, IL 60601
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How to hire Laura Sue McKay — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laura Sue McKay
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple insurance 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 Chicago?
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 insurance 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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