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Richard L. Sevcik, General Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL

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Richard L. Sevcik is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on General.

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  • Handles General matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026).

About Richard L. Sevcik: Richard L. Sevcik is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on General.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Richard takes on

Richard concentrates on general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Chicago, Illinois

Richard takes general 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 Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Richard L. Sevcik — general lawyer in Chicago

Richard L. Sevcik is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on General.

Richard L. Sevcik concentrates his practice in exempt organizations and health care law. He has extensive experience in the representation of public charities, tax-exempt health care systems, private foundations and charitable trusts. He is a member of the firm's Pro Bono Committee.

Working with Richard on a general matter

Richard L. Sevcik concentrates his practice in exempt organizations and health care law. He has extensive experience in the representation of public charities, tax-exempt health care systems, private foundations and charitable trusts. He is a member of the firm's Pro Bono Committee.

Who Richard represents

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Chicago

    J.D. · 1985

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • Illinois, Illinois S

    ACTIVE

Richard studied at J.D. in University of Chicago.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed J.D. in University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Richard has received 10 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Education

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Health Care

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Private Foundations

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax-Exempt Organizations

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Health Care Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning (2026).

Locations

Richard L. Sevcik's office in Chicago

Richard's primary office is at 110 North Wacker Drive, 34th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

110 North Wacker Drive, 34th Floor

Chicago, Illinois 60606

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard L. Sevcik — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Richard

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard L. Sevcik

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a general case?

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

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?

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

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

    Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?

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

  • Is Richard accepting new general clients right now?

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

Areas served

General attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Richard handles general matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.

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