Whitnie Hardy Gladden, Civil Rights Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Whitnie concentrates on civil rights, contracts, and employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Whitnie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Civil Rights

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• Contracts

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Whitnie's primary office is at 161 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL, 60601-3206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Whitnie for a civil rights case?

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

• Does Whitnie offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do civil rights cases in Illinois typically take?

  Simple civil rights 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. Whitnie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

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

  Whitnie 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 — Whitnie 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 Whitnie?

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

• Is Whitnie accepting new civil rights clients right now?

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