Top 10 Law Firms in Illinois
Discover Illinois’s leading law firms trusted by construction companies and real estate developers.
From contract negotiation and risk management to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, these legal experts help keep your projects protected, efficient, and on solid legal ground.
FEATURED LAW FIRMS
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Conway & Mrowiec Attorneys LLLP
Boutique Chicago-based practice with deep experience in construction disputes, contract counseling, and public works representation.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: conwaymrowiec.com
Contact: via website
Social: LinkedIn
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Global powerhouse headquartered in Chicago offering top-tier construction litigation and transactional counseling — frequently handles complex developer and builder matters.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: kirkland.com
Contact: via website
Social: LinkedIn
Perkins Coie LLP
Known for representing large-scale development and construction clients across Illinois — offering dispute resolution, contract drafting, and transactional expertise.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: perkinscoie.com
Contact: via website
Social: LinkedIn
Amundsen Davis LLC
Illinois firm focused on construction litigation and surety law — recognized for defending builders and insurers in defect and indemnity disputes.
Location: Chicago suburb offices
Website: amundsendavislaw.com
Duane Morris LLP
National law firm with a strong Illinois presence, offering construction, zoning, and real estate project counseling to mid-market clients.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: duanemorris.com
Fox Swibel Levin & Carroll LLP
Boutique Chicago firm specializing in construction risk management, surety claims, and project litigation — recommended for regional contractors.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: fswn.com
Much Shelist P.C.
Full-service Chicago law firm with Chambers‑ranked construction and general commercial litigation practices — recognized for deep construction expertise.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: muchlaw.com
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
International firm founded in Chicago offering sophisticated real estate and construction representation — known for litigation and transactional strength.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: seyfarth.com
Thompson Coburn LLP
Well-regarded for combining litigation, land use, zoning, and construction law support — offering integrated solutions from ground planning to dispute resolution.
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: thompsoncoburn.com
Contact: Construction Litigation: Tina Bird (312‑580‑5054) / Jeff Brown (310‑282‑9418)
Social: LinkedIn
