Litigation

We represent entrepreneurs, business owners, estates and units of government in complex civil litigation matters in the state and federal courts of Illinois. We are experienced trial lawyers who collaborate effectively to accomplish our clients' goals in litigation.

We have significant jury trial experience in both civil litigation matters. Careful preparation is our key to courtroom success.

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Land Use and Government Litigation

At O'Keefe & Carr, P.C., our land use and government litigation practice involves the representation of property owners and units of local government a full range of local land use matters--from annexations to zoning.  

Effective representation in the land use arena demands a clear understanding of governmental regulatory power, its constitutional and statutory limitations, and the applicable procedural restraints on discretionary action. Our firm is led by lawyers who have more than 25 years of experience in the representation of units of local government. This experience and understanding works to the advantage of our private sector clients as well.

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Construction Litigation

Our experience in construction law matters includes the representation of owners, contractors and subcontractors in construction contract litigation related to public and private projects.

Our experience also includes the representation of units of local government in the defense of construction contract claims arising out of public works and infrastructure projects.

Representative assignments include the negotiation and preparation of construction contract documents; bid protests and procurement disputes; and the prosecution or defense of construction schedule impact claims, defect claims, mechanics lien and surety bond claims. 

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Commercial Litigation

At O'Keefe & Carr, P.C., we represent entities and individuals in complex commercial litigation in both state and federal court. Our areas of practice include the representation of clients in business disputes and real estate litigation.

We represent successful businesses ranging in size from large multinational corporations, to middle market companies, to small businesses and sole proprietorships. 

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