Zulfiqar Bokhari, Business Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Business and General
PartneratSidley Austin LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing business in Chicago since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Zulfiqar Bokhari is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business and General. Zulfiqar has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Business · General
- Handles Business and General matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Zulfiqar Bokhari: Zulfiqar Bokhari is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business and General. Zulfiqar has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Zulfiqar takes on
Zulfiqar concentrates on business and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Zulfiqar handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zulfiqar 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 Zulfiqar agrees to represent you.
General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Zulfiqar 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 Zulfiqar agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Zulfiqar Bokhari — business lawyer in Chicago
Zulfiqar Bokhari is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Business and General. Zulfiqar has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
Zulfiqar Bokhari is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial, financial markets and services and 3 other areas of law. Zulfiqar received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Zulfiqar practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
How Zulfiqar handles business matters
Zulfiqar Bokhari is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial, financial markets and services and 3 other areas of law. Zulfiqar received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years. Zulfiqar practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL.
Who Zulfiqar represents
Zulfiqar reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and general matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Notre Dame Law School
J.D. · 1996
University of Notre Dame
B.A. · 1993
Jurisdictions
Zulfiqar's state bar admissions
Illinois
1996 · ACTIVE
Zulfiqar studied at J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.
Law school and academic background
Zulfiqar completed J.D. in University of Notre Dame Law School and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Zulfiqar runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Zulfiqar Bokhari's office in Chicago
Zulfiqar's primary office is at One S. Dearborn St., Chicago, IL, 60603-2302. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Zulfiqar Bokhari — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Zulfiqar usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Zulfiqar charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zulfiqar'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; Zulfiqar 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 Zulfiqar
Zulfiqar 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. Zulfiqar confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Zulfiqar'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 Zulfiqar Bokhari
How much does it cost to hire Zulfiqar for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Zulfiqar walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Zulfiqar offer a free consultation?
Zulfiqar charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Zulfiqar's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Zulfiqar'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. Zulfiqar gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Zulfiqar take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Zulfiqar 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 — Zulfiqar 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 Zulfiqar?
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. Zulfiqar will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Zulfiqar accepting new business clients right now?
Zulfiqar'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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