Zachary Tyler Bowles, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Health Care
AssociateatDonohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Zachary Tyler Bowles is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Zachary has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Health Care
- Handles Business, Employment, and Health Care matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Zachary Tyler Bowles: Zachary Tyler Bowles is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Zachary has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Zachary takes on
Zachary concentrates on business, employment, health care, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Zachary handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Product Liability
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Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zachary takes business 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zachary 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zachary takes health care 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zachary 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zachary takes medical malpractice 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 Zachary agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Zachary Tyler Bowles — business lawyer in Chicago
Zachary Tyler Bowles is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. Zachary has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC.
Zachary Tyler Bowles is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, health care, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Zachary received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Zachary practices at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC in Chicago, IL.
Working with Zachary on a business matter
Zachary Tyler Bowles is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, health care, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Zachary received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years. Zachary practices at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC in Chicago, IL.
Clients Zachary works with
Zachary reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and health care matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
DePaul University School of Law
J.D. · 2008
University of Kansas
B.A. · 2004
Jurisdictions
Zachary's state bar admissions
Kansas
2017 · ACTIVE
Illinois U.S. Distri
2008 · ACTIVE
Zachary studied at J.D. in DePaul University School of Law and B.A. in University of Kansas.
Law school and academic background
Zachary completed J.D. in DePaul University School of Law and B.A. in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Zachary runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Zachary Tyler Bowles's office in Chicago
Zachary's primary office is at 140 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 800, Chicago, IL, 60603-5206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC
140 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 800
Chicago, IL 60603-5206
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How to hire Zachary Tyler Bowles — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Zachary usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Zachary charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary'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; Zachary will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Zachary
Zachary discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Zachary confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Zachary's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Zachary Tyler Bowles
How much does it cost to hire Zachary for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Zachary walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Zachary offer a free consultation?
Zachary charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zachary's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Zachary's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple business 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. Zachary gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Zachary take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Zachary 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 — Zachary 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 Zachary?
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. Zachary will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Zachary accepting new business clients right now?
Zachary's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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