We are a boutique law firm focused on sophisticated commercial litigation. Our founders were partners at global law firms before establishing Forde & O’Meara LLP, and many of our team members also have worked at large law firms. We have a deep well of experience in handling complex commercial disputes, covering a range of issues including contract disputes, partnership disputes, shareholder claims, business torts, government procurement matters, class actions, consumer protection laws, and constitutional and administrative law. Our clients are some of the leading companies in Chicago and across the U.S., and we have represented organizations like the Federal Judges Association, the Illinois Judges Association, and Mayor Rahm Emanuel.

Chambers and Partners has recognized the firm for its expertise and experience;

“Forde & O’Meara LLP is recognized for its strength in commercial litigation. The Chicago-based group handles an array of issues such as partnership or investor disputes and breach of contract work. The team has a particular depth of expertise when litigating in Illinois courts but also operates in state and federal courts nationwide. The firm has strong experience representing clients in the real estate industry.”

We have particularly deep experience in the real estate, technology, finance, and hospitality sectors, and often collaborate with major U.S. law firms who partner with us because of our in-depth knowledge and experience in Illinois courts. But we also practice in both state and federal courts nationwide.