Liat Riff Meisler, Appellate Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Liat concentrates on appellate, business, international, litigation, and tax litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Liat handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Liat's primary office is at Three First National Plaza, 70 West Madison Street, Suite 1500, Chicago, IL, 60602-4206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Liat for a appellate case?

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

• Does Liat offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do appellate cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

  Liat 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 — Liat 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 Liat?

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

• Is Liat accepting new appellate clients right now?

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