Murray Rickliffe Choate II, Business Attorney in Charleston, Illinois

Murray concentrates on business, contracts, formation, franchise, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Murray handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Contracts

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• Formation

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• Franchise

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• General

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• HOA

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• Immigration

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• International

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• M&A

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• Real Estate

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Murray's primary office is at 622 Jackson Ave., Charleston, IL, 61920. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Murray 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Murray for a business case?

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

• Does Murray offer a free consultation?

  Murray charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Murray's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Murray'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. Murray gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Murray take my case if I'm outside Charleston?

  Murray 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 — Murray 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 Murray?

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

• Is Murray accepting new business clients right now?

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