Nicolette Lacey Koutas — Attorney in Riverwoods, Illinois

Nicolette's primary office is at Discover Financial Services 2500 Lake Cook Rd., Riverwoods, IL, 60015. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Nicolette for a legal case?

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

• Does Nicolette offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do legal cases in Illinois typically take?

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

• Can Nicolette take my case if I'm outside Riverwoods?

  Nicolette 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 — Nicolette 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 Nicolette?

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

• Is Nicolette accepting new legal clients right now?

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