Illinois Animal & Dog Bite Lawyers Near You | Compare Options

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.

Gary R. Thompson - Attorney
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
Tor Hoerman - Attorney
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
Mark R. McKenna - Attorney
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
Michelle M. Wiedman - Attorney
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
Angela Peters - Attorney
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
Barry M. Lewis - Attorney
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
Eugenia Hunter - Attorney
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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