Compare Illinois Animal & Dog Bite Lawyers

Compare verified animal & dog law attorney profiles, read client reviews, and request free consultations across Illinois

31 lawyers found

Illinois residents facing animal & dog law issues have access to attorneys who specialize in dog bite injuries, pet custody disputes, animal cruelty cases, breed-specific legislation, and livestock damage claims. The legal framework in Illinois differs from other states in important ways, and the attorneys listed here have experience navigating Circuit Court proceedings and the specific regulations that govern animal & dog law cases in this jurisdiction.

One of the most important things to know about animal & dog law law in Illinois is the statute of limitations. You generally have 2 years from the date of injury to file a claim. Illinois follows modified comparative fault with 50% bar (735 ILCS 5/2-1116) for determining liability, which directly affects how much compensation you may recover. Cases are filed in Circuit Court, and knowing how local judges handle these matters gives experienced attorneys a real advantage.

The animal & dog law attorneys listed here practice throughout Illinois and can be filtered by location, reviews, and experience. Each profile includes practice area details, office locations, and client feedback. We recommend comparing several attorneys before making a decision — most offer free initial consultations, which gives you a chance to evaluate their approach and determine whether they're the right fit.

For a detailed overview of how animal & dog law law works in Illinois — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to animal & dog law law in Illinois. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Tor Hoerman - Attorney
Tor Hoerman
0/5 (0 reviews)
TorHoerman Law LLC
 227 West Monroe Street, Suite 2650 Chicago IL 60606
(618) 223-5657
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
English
United States District Court for the Central District of California Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Asbestos & Mesothelioma Consumer Law
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Martha A. MacAloon - Attorney
Martha A. MacAloon
0/5 (0 reviews)
 20 South Clark Street Suite 700 Chicago IL 60603
(312) 782-8500
DePaul College of Law (1984)
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Civil Rights Medical Malpractice
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Gary R. Thompson - Attorney
Gary R. Thompson
0/5 (0 reviews)
 103 S Greenleaf St #G Gurnee IL 60031
(847) 263-7770
Northeastern Illinois University (1987)
English, Spanish
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Criminal Law Maritime Law
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Ana M. McNamara - Attorney
Ana M. McNamara
0/5 (0 reviews)
McNamara Law Office, Ltd.
 Colvin Mansion 5940 CHICAGO IL 60626
Spanish
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation
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Michelle M. Wiedman - Attorney
Michelle M. Wiedman
0/5 (0 reviews)
Wiedman Law Ltd.
 7865 Deer Hill Road Waterloo IL 62298
(312) 505-8040
The John Marshall Law School (1993)
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
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Angela Peters - Attorney
Angela Peters
0/5 (0 reviews)
Buffalo Grove Law Offices
 3325 North Arlington Heights Road Suite 500 Arlington Heights IL 60004
(847) 222-9429
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Divorce Domestic Violence
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Howard Abrams - Attorney
Howard Abrams
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Howard S. Abrams LLC
 10 S La Salle, Ste. 2160 Chicago IL 60603
(312) 985-7368
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (2003)
English, Spanish
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Insurance Claims Legal Malpractice
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Tara Gross - Attorney
Tara Gross
0/5 (0 reviews)
Nemeroff Law Offices
 180 N. LaSalle St. Suite 3112 Chicago IL 60601
(312) 629-8800
Molloy College
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Construction Law DUI & DWI
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David Nemeroff - Attorney
David Nemeroff
0/5 (0 reviews)
Nemeroff Law Offices
 180 N. LaSalle St. Suite 3112 Chicago IL 60601
(312) 629-8800
State University of New York - Buffalo (1995)
Active License
Animal & Dog Law DUI & DWI Medical Malpractice
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James H. Lawlor - Attorney
James H. Lawlor
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2400 North Western Avenue 2nd Floor Chicago IL 60647
(877) 365-0040
The John Marshall Law School
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
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Michael Eisenberg - Attorney
Michael Eisenberg
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2340 S. Arlington Heights Rd., Suite 500 Arlington Heights IL 60005
(847) 640-1676
The John Marshall Law School (2009)
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
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Joseph P. Shea - Attorney
Joseph P. Shea
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2400 North Western Avenue 2nd Floor Chicago IL 60647
(877) 365-0040
University of Wisconsin Law School
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
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Paul Drake - Attorney
Paul Drake
0/5 (0 reviews)
Drake & Collopy, P.C.
 10 S Lasalle St Suite 3500 Chicago IL 60603
(312) 345-0220
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (1995)
English
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
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Edmund J. Scanlan - Attorney
Edmund J. Scanlan
0/5 (0 reviews)
 30 Michigan Ave #1024 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 422-0358
DePaul University (1976)
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Asbestos & Mesothelioma Elder Law
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Donald A. Kurasch - Attorney
Donald A. Kurasch
0/5 (0 reviews)
Kurasch & Klein, LTD
 100 N LaSalle St #2005 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 372-7250
University of Illinois College of Law (1972)
English
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
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John C. Serkland - Attorney
John C. Serkland
0/5 (0 reviews)
 180 N. Lasalle St. Suite 2910 Chicago IL 60601
(312) 898-7177
The John Marshall Law School
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
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Glenn E. Orr - Attorney
Glenn E. Orr
0/5 (0 reviews)
 2400 North Western Avenue 2nd Floor Chicago IL 60647
(877) 365-0040
The John Marshall Law School
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
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Jonathan Rosenfeld - Attorney
Jonathan Rosenfeld
0/5 (0 reviews)
Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers LLC
 225 W Wacker Dr #1660 Chicago IL 60606
(847) 835-8895
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
English
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Elder Law Insurance Claims
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Barry M. Lewis - Attorney
Barry M. Lewis
0/5 (0 reviews)
 211 E Ontario St. #1800 Chicago IL 57369
(312) 372-2221
John Marshall Law School
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law
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Christopher T. Hurley - Attorney
Christopher T. Hurley
0/5 (0 reviews)
 33 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1431 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 553-4900
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL (1984)
Spanish
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Elder Law Employment Law
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Michael T. Mertz - Attorney
Michael T. Mertz
0/5 (0 reviews)
 33 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1431 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 553-4900
DePaul College of Law (1997)
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Elder Law Employment Law
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Mark R. McKenna - Attorney
Mark R. McKenna
0/5 (0 reviews)
 33 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1431 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 553-4900
University of Illinois College of Law, Champaign, IL (1994)
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Elder Law Employment Law
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Adam S. Goldfarb - Attorney
Adam S. Goldfarb
0/5 (0 reviews)
Nemeroff Law Offices
 180 N. LaSalle St. Suite 3112 Chicago IL 60601
(312) 629-8800
University of Miami School of Law (2003)
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Appeals & Appellate DUI & DWI
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Kevin Collopy - Attorney
Kevin Collopy
0/5 (0 reviews)
Drake & Collopy, P.C.
 10 South LaSalle Street, Suite 3500 Chicago IL 60603
(312) 345-0220
English
Illinois Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Nursing Home Abuse
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Becky Bair Hurley - Attorney
Becky Bair Hurley
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hurley, McKenna & Mertz
 33 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1431 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 553-4900
Northwestern University School of Law (1984)
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Elder Law Employment Law
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Michael Allen Kosner - Attorney
Michael Allen Kosner
0/5 (0 reviews)
Deratany & Kosner
 33 N Dearborn # 1700 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 236-5207
University of Miami (1997)
Florida Bar
Active License
Animal & Dog Law Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
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Eugenia Hunter - Attorney
Eugenia Hunter
0/5 (0 reviews)
 905 W Cherry St Carbondale IL 62901
(618) 457-0476
Southern Illinois University
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Agricultural Law Animal & Dog Law Bankruptcy
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Rahsaan A. Gordon - Attorney
Rahsaan A. Gordon
0/5 (0 reviews)
 33 North Dearborn Suite 300 Chicago IL 60602
(312) 422-9500
Morehouse College
Illinois Bar
Unknown Status
Animal & Dog Law Civil Rights Construction Law
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