Who We Fight For: We Take Your Side Against the Powerful
For nearly 30 years, Gentleman Law has stood with one principle: we fight exclusively for plaintiffs - real people and small businesses harmed by the wrongful conduct of others. When insurance companies, banks, large corporations, or government institutions cause you harm, we level the playing field with aggressive representation and proven courtroom experience.
A plaintiff isn't just a legal term - it's someone whose life or livelihood has been disrupted by another's actions. Whether you've suffered physical injury, financial harm, or been taken advantage of by those with deeper pockets, we understand what you're facing. That's why Joseph Gentleman went to law school: to protect the rights of individuals against powerful defendants with vast resources.
We NEVER represent insurance companies, banks, lending institutions, hospitals, large corporations, or government entities. We fight them.
Who We Protect
Our exclusive plaintiff representation includes:
- Individuals and families harmed by negligence or misconduct
- Small business owners facing unfair business practices
- Homeowners and borrowers fighting wrongful foreclosures
- Employees and workers denied fair treatment
- Union members - electricians, carpenters, pipefitters, plumbers, construction workers, municipal employees, engineers
- Victims of professional malpractice - legal, medical, accounting
- Anyone facing David vs. Goliath odds against institutional power
Your Rights as Our Client
When you retain Gentleman Law, you receive:
Written Contract Protection
Every representation begins with a clear, written agreement detailing the scope of representation and fee structure. No surprises, no hidden terms - just straightforward terms you can understand.
Absolute Confidentiality
Everything you share stays protected by attorney-client privilege. This duty continues even after representation ends, giving you freedom to speak openly about your case.
Informed Decision Making
We provide all crucial facts, risks, and options before pursuing claims or defending actions. You make decisions based on complete information, not partial truths.
Direct Communication
Open channels mean smooth representation. We're accessible when you need us, explaining complex legal issues in language that makes sense.
Unmatched Competence
While no attorney can guarantee outcomes, we guarantee this: you won't be outlawyered. Our opponents know our reputation for tenacious, skilled representation.
Finding the RIGHT Attorney for Your Fight
The Critical Distinction: Plaintiff vs. Defense Attorneys
This is the most important factor in choosing representation. Plaintiff attorneys and defense attorneys aren't just different - they're fundamentally opposite in approach, mindset, and loyalty.
Why Plaintiff Attorneys Fight Harder
Independence: Plaintiff attorneys are legal entrepreneurs - we eat what we kill. Like cowboys in the Wild West, we survive on skill and results alone. Defense attorneys? They're employees following orders from insurance companies, getting paid win or lose.
Creativity: We build cases from raw facts, crafting compelling narratives that meet complex legal standards. Defense attorneys merely react to what we create, poking holes rather than building foundations.
Trial Experience: Most plaintiff attorneys have extensive first-chair trial experience - we're the ones standing before juries, examining witnesses, delivering closing arguments. Defense attorneys often spend decades as second-chair support, carrying briefcases while senior partners handle the real advocacy.
Burden of Proof: We carry the weight of proving our cases. This pressure forges attorneys who know how to build compelling, winning arguments. Defense attorneys just need to create doubt.
Negotiation Power: We negotiate for real people with real needs - every dollar matters to our clients' lives. Defense attorneys negotiate with house money, minimizing insurance company payouts without personal stakes.
Freedom of Choice: We choose cases we believe in. Defense attorneys take whatever cases insurance companies assign, regardless of merit or conscience.
Resource Management: We fight with limited resources against unlimited corporate war chests. This David vs. Goliath reality sharpens our skills and strategic thinking.
Red Flags When Choosing an Attorney
Website Warning Signs
- No clear "plaintiff-only" declaration = They represent insurance companies
- Vague language about "both sides" = Divided loyalties
- Heavy insurance company defense experience = Wrong side of the fight
- No specific case results for plaintiffs = Limited plaintiff experience
Experience That Matters
- First-chair trial experience - Ask specifically: "How many cases have you tried as lead counsel?"
- Plaintiff verdicts and settlements - Real numbers, real cases
- Battle scars - Attorneys who've fought and won tough cases
- Judge relationships - Local experience matters in court
Special Considerations for Legal Malpractice
Legal malpractice cases demand specialized knowledge. The attorney you choose must understand:
- Complex statute of limitations issues
- Case-within-a-case requirements
- Professional standard of care
- How to fight attorneys who protect each other
Never hire an attorney who defends lawyers in malpractice cases - they work for insurance companies, not victims.
The Gentleman Law Difference
Since 1998, we've built our reputation on one principle: fearless representation of plaintiffs against powerful defendants. We don't play both sides. We don't hedge our bets. We fight for you with everything we have.
When insurance companies see our name on a lawsuit, they know we're prepared for trial. When banks face our litigation, they understand we won't back down. When large corporations try to overwhelm with resources, we match them with skill and determination.
You need an attorney who sees your case as more than a file number - who understands that your claim represents your life, your business, your future. That's what drives our aggressive representation.
Take Action to Protect Your Rights
Don't let powerful defendants intimidate you into accepting less than you deserve. The attorney you choose can be more important than the case itself. Choose an attorney who:
- Exclusively represents plaintiffs
- Has proven trial experience
- Takes on tough cases others refuse
- Fights with your interests at heart
Free Consultation: (312) 741-1039
Located in Chicago's Loop near the courthouse, we're ready to evaluate your case and explain your options. Evening and weekend appointments available.
Gentleman Law
Fighting for Plaintiffs Since 1998
We Take On the Tough Cases
(312) 741-1039
www.gentlemanlaw.com
When you need a fighter, not a negotiator. When you need an advocate, not an employee. When you need someone who's not afraid to take on anyone.
