Tiffany Susan Fordyce, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 22 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Environmental, and Litigation
Chicago, IL
Practicing employment in Chicago since 2004.
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Tiffany Susan Fordyce is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Litigation. Tiffany has over 22 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 22 years
- Known for
- Employment · Environmental · Litigation
- Handles Employment, Environmental, and Litigation matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 22 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Tiffany Susan Fordyce: Tiffany Susan Fordyce is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Litigation. Tiffany has over 22 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Tiffany Susan Fordyce
Tiffany concentrates on employment, environmental, litigation, and trade secrets. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tiffany handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Environmental
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Litigation
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Trade Secrets
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Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Tiffany takes employment 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 Tiffany agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Chicago, Illinois
Tiffany takes environmental 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 Tiffany agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Tiffany takes litigation 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 Tiffany agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in Chicago, Illinois
Tiffany takes trade secrets 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 Tiffany agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Tiffany Susan Fordyce — Over 22 years of Illinois employment experience
Tiffany Susan Fordyce is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment, Environmental, and Litigation. Tiffany has over 22 years of legal experience.
Tiffany Susan Fordyce is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, workplace compliance & counseling and 2 other areas of law. Tiffany received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Tiffany practices in Chicago, IL.
Tiffany's approach to employment cases
Tiffany Susan Fordyce is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, workplace compliance & counseling and 2 other areas of law. Tiffany received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years. Tiffany practices in Chicago, IL.
The kind of cases Tiffany takes
Tiffany reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, environmental, and litigation matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Tiffany Susan Fordyce's legal education and bar admissions
University of Southern California Law School
J.D. · 2004
Pomona College
B.A. · 1998
Jurisdictions
Tiffany's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
2008 · ACTIVE
California
2004 · ACTIVE
Tiffany studied at J.D. in University of Southern California Law School and B.A. in Pomona College.
Law school and academic background
Tiffany completed J.D. in University of Southern California Law School and B.A. in Pomona College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Tiffany runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Tiffany's professional memberships and bar associations
Professional & Community Involvement •Board Member, U
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Community Foundation •Board Member, Women 's Bar Foundation •Member, Chicago Bar Association •Member, Black Women Lawyers' Association of Greater Chicago
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Sidley Austin Brown & Wood •Recipient, Crispus A. Wright BLSA Public Interest Grant •Recipient, Pro Bono Award, Los Angeles County Bar Association Articles, Publications, & Lectures Articles •Co-Author, Recent California Case Highlights Standards for Trad
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Locations
Tiffany Susan Fordyce's office in Chicago
Tiffany's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Chicago, IL, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Tiffany Susan Fordyce — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tiffany usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Tiffany charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tiffany'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; Tiffany will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Tiffany
Tiffany discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Tiffany confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Tiffany's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Tiffany Susan Fordyce
How much does it cost to hire Tiffany for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tiffany walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Tiffany offer a free consultation?
Tiffany charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tiffany's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Tiffany's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple employment 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. Tiffany gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Tiffany take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Tiffany 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 — Tiffany 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 Tiffany?
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. Tiffany will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Tiffany accepting new employment clients right now?
Tiffany's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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