Hale & Morrow

Hale & Morrow

Trial attorneys · Chicago, since 1998

Steady counsel when it matters most.

Steady counsel when it matters most.

Steady counsel when it matters most.

We represent people and businesses in personal injury, family and business disputes. Straight answers, no fee unless we win your injury case.

We represent people and businesses in personal injury, family and business disputes. Straight answers, no fee unless we win your injury case.

$240M+

$240M+

recovered for clients

recovered for clients

4,800

4,800

cases resolved

cases resolved

97%

97%

success rate at trial

success rate at trial

25 yrs

25 yrs

of courtroom experience

of courtroom experience

Practice areas

Focused expertise, not a little of everything

Focused expertise, not a little of everything

Six practice areas, each led by a partner with at least 15 years in that field.

01

Personal injury

Personal injury

Car accidents, medical malpractice and workplace injuries. No fee unless we win.

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02

Family law

Family law

Divorce, custody and support handled with discretion and care.

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03

Business law

Business law

Contracts, partnership disputes and litigation for growing companies.

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04

Estate planning

Estate planning

Wills, trusts and probate so your family is protected.

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05

Real estate

Real estate

Closings, landlord-tenant disputes and title issues.

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06

Employment

Employment

Wrongful termination, discrimination and wage claims.

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How we work

Clear steps from first call to final verdict

Clear steps from first call to final verdict

01

Free case review

Tell us what happened. We’ll tell you honestly if you have a case.

02

Strategy & fees in writing

A clear plan, timeline and fee agreement before any work begins.

03

We build your case

Evidence, experts and negotiation handled by our team.

04

Resolution

Settlement or trial, you’re updated at every step.

Case results

Results that speak for our clients

Results that speak for our clients

Past results don’t guarantee future outcomes, but they show how hard we fight.

$8.4M

$8.4M

Trucking accident

Verdict for a family after a highway collision.

$3.1M

$3.1M

Medical malpractice

Settlement for a misdiagnosed cancer patient.

$1.9M

$1.9M

Business dispute

Recovered for a founder in a partnership buyout.

$950K

$950K

Workplace injury

Settlement for a construction worker’s fall.

Our attorneys

The people in your corner

The people in your corner

Four partners, twelve associates and a support team that answers the phone.

Catherine Hale

Catherine Hale

Founding partner · Personal injury

Founding partner · Personal injury

James Morrow

James Morrow

Founding partner · Business law

Founding partner · Business law

Olivia Grant

Olivia Grant

Partner · Family law

Partner · Family law

Daniel Ortiz

Daniel Ortiz

Partner · Employment

Partner · Employment

Client stories

“After my accident I couldn’t think straight. Catherine’s team handled everything and got us more than we hoped for.”

“After my accident I couldn’t think straight. Catherine’s team handled everything and got us more than we hoped for.”

“After my accident I couldn’t think straight. Catherine’s team handled everything and got us more than we hoped for.”

Michael R. · Personal injury client

Free consultation

Tell us what happened. The first call is on us.

Tell us what happened. The first call is on us.

We reply within one business day. Everything you share is confidential.

(312) 555-0188

(312) 555-0188

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FAQ

Common questions

Common questions

How much does a consultation cost?

How much does a consultation cost?

Nothing. The first consultation is free and there’s no obligation to hire us.

What does “no fee unless we win” mean?

What does “no fee unless we win” mean?

For injury cases we’re paid a percentage of what we recover. If we don’t win, you owe no attorney fees.

How long will my case take?

How long will my case take?

Most cases settle in 6 to 18 months. We’ll give you a realistic timeline at the first meeting.

Do you handle cases outside Chicago?

Do you handle cases outside Chicago?

Yes, we represent clients across Illinois and partner with firms in other states.

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