
Rebecca A. Cucu, Litigation Attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
Over 27 years of legal practice
AttorneyatGori Law Firm
Edwardsville, IL
Practicing litigation in Edwardsville since 1999.
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Rebecca A. Cucu is an attorney based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation. Rebecca has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm.
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- Edwardsville, IL
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- over 27 years
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- Litigation
- Handles Litigation matters from Edwardsville, IL.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Rebecca A. Cucu: Rebecca A. Cucu is an attorney based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation. Rebecca has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Rebecca A. Cucu
Rebecca concentrates on litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rebecca handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Rebecca takes litigation matters in Edwardsville, 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 Rebecca agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Rebecca A. Cucu — Over 27 years of Illinois litigation experience
Rebecca A. Cucu is an attorney based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation. Rebecca has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm.
Rebecca Cucu focuses her practice on representing individuals suffering from mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases as a result of exposure to toxic asbestos-containing products. Although she began her legal career as a defense attorney, Ms. Cucu soon learned that her passion and motivation lay in fighting on behalf of people wronged by the harmful actions of corporations and others. She has vast experience in handling all aspects of litigation, but her particular expertise is in written and oral advocacy on legal issues. Ms. Cucu has successfully handled several writs and appeals.
Ms. Cucu received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from San Diego State University and went to Loyola Law School of Los Angeles to obtain her J.D. She worked throughout law school, writing briefs for a small appellate law firm. Ms. Cucu practices out of Gori, Julian & Associates Los Angeles office.
Classes/Seminars
Presented: Specific Jurisdiction: Confusion and Chaos in the Wake of Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court at the Plaintiffs Asbestos Litigation Seminar, May 2019
Presented: Person Jurisdiction: Confusion and Chaos in the Wake of BMS, Goodyear, and Daimler at the American Association for Justice Annual Convention, July 2019
Professional Associations and Memberships
Long Beach Bar Association
Los Angeles County Bar Association
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Rebecca's approach to litigation cases
Rebecca Cucu focuses her practice on representing individuals suffering from mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases as a result of exposure to toxic asbestos-containing products. Although she began her legal career as a defense attorney, Ms. Cucu soon learned that her passion and motivation lay in fighting on behalf of people wronged by the harmful actions of corporations and others.…
The kind of cases Rebecca takes
Rebecca reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation matters in Edwardsville and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Rebecca A. Cucu's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1998
San Diego State University
B.A. · 1992
Jurisdictions
Rebecca's state bar admissions
California
1999 · ACTIVE
Rebecca studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in San Diego State University.
Law school and academic background
Rebecca completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in San Diego State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rebecca runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Rebecca's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County Bar Association Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
membership
Locations
Rebecca A. Cucu's office in Edwardsville
Rebecca's primary office is at 156 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, 62025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Rebecca A. Cucu — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rebecca usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rebecca charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rebecca'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; Rebecca will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation 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 Rebecca
Rebecca discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation 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. Rebecca confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rebecca's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Rebecca A. Cucu
How much does it cost to hire Rebecca for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rebecca walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rebecca offer a free consultation?
Rebecca charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rebecca's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Rebecca's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple litigation 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. Rebecca gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rebecca take my case if I'm outside Edwardsville?
Rebecca 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 — Rebecca 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 Rebecca?
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. Rebecca will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rebecca accepting new litigation clients right now?
Rebecca's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Edwardsville, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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