70/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,648 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
General Practice Lawyers in Downers Grove, IL: 2026 rankings
1,803 general practice lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Downers Grove: Al Kola Law Office, LFR Score 70/100; 4.9★ from 1,648 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): The Traffic Defense Firm, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 1,803.
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Most-reviewed: Kassir Law LLC, 822 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 1,803 ranked after Al Kola Law Office; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
1,803 Downers Grove general practice lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 102 are open 24/7, 265 open Saturdays and 153 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 1,803 rated law firms.
Top 10 general practice lawyers in Downers Grove at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Kola Law Office | 70 | 4.9★ (1,648) | Wheaton, 5 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Top score |
| 2 | Kassir Law LLC | 70 | 5.0★ (822) | Hinsdale, 4 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 3 | The Traffic Defense Firm | 69 | 5.0★ (125) | Lombard, 4 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 4 | Law Offices of Vincent M. Miceli & Associates, Ltd. | 69 | 5.0★ (273) | Bartlett, 13 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers | 68 | 4.9★ (574) | Schaumburg, 17 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | McMahon Law Offices | 67 | 5.0★ (57) | Elmhurst, 4 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | The Law Offices of Beuke & Beuke | 67 | 4.8★ (50) | Westmont, 2 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Illinois License Reinstatement Lawyers - John W. Callahan, Ltd. | 67 | 5.0★ (159) | Schaumburg, 16 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Richard Kayne & Associates | 66 | 4.9★ (62) | Naperville, 7 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Just Results Law Group | 66 | 5.0★ (183) | Chicago, 19 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 1,803 general practice lawyers in Downers Grove, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Hinsdale, 4 mi away
70/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 822 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Lombard, 4 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 125 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Bartlett, 13 mi away
69/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 273 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Schaumburg, 17 mi away
68/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 574 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Elmhurst, 4 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 57 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Westmont, 2 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Schaumburg, 16 mi away
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 159 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Naperville, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 19 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 183 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#11 Harrer Law, P.C.
Based in Lisle, 3 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 322 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Naperville, 7 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Joliet, 20 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 360 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Chicago, 17 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 666 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Downers Grove
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Aurora, 16 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 240 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based in Glen Ellyn, 4 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 384 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 19 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 121 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Lincolnwood, 20 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 131 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Saint Charles, 17 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 150 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Skokie, 22 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 193 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Trial attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 20 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 108 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Elmhurst, 4 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Wheaton, 6 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Chicago, 20 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 251 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
General practice lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 1,803 ranked general practice lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Downers Grove
20 more general practice lawyers within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| A. Andy Sotiropoulos & Associates | DUI Attorney | 5.0★ (46) | In Downers Grove |
| Buchanan Law Group | 4.8★ (171) | In Downers Grove |
| Cutler & Associates, Ltd. | 5.0★ (125) | In Downers Grove |
| Dolci Weiland & Sendlak | 4.8★ (67) | In Downers Grove |
| Fournier Law Firm, Ltd. | 5.0★ (177) | In Downers Grove |
| Gelch & Associates, P.A. | 4.3★ (11) | In Downers Grove |
| Goodman Law Firm LLC | 5.0★ (13) | In Downers Grove |
| Jason Borg Attorney at Law | 4.7★ (21) | In Downers Grove |
| Law Office of Gregory J. Abbott | 4.7★ (26) | In Downers Grove |
| Law Offices of Paul J Fina | 4.7★ (12) | In Downers Grove |
| Michelotti & Associates, Ltd | 4.3★ (24) | In Downers Grove |
| Moretti Law, P.C. | 5.0★ (12) | In Downers Grove |
| O'Flaherty Law | 3.8★ (72) | In Downers Grove |
| Owaynat Law Group | 5.0★ (542) | In Downers Grove |
| Peter Francis Geraci Law L.L.C. | 4.9★ (350) | In Downers Grove |
| Schaller Law Firm | 4.9★ (38) | In Downers Grove |
| Tameling & Associates, P.C. | 4.0★ (11) | In Downers Grove |
| The Chicagoland Law Firm | 4.8★ (20) | In Downers Grove |
| The Lytle Law Group, LLC | 4.6★ (34) | In Downers Grove |
| Tuohy Law Offices | Estate Planning Attorney & Personal Injury Attorney | 4.9★ (120) | In Downers Grove |
How we ranked Downers Grove general practice lawyers
We scored 1,803 Downers Grove general practice lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Downers Grove data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a general practice lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many general legal matters matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter, and whether it would refer it elsewhere.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a general practice lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- How often do you handle matters like mine?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
General practice lawyers in Downers Grove: frequently asked questions
Which general practice lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Downers Grove?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked general practice lawyer in Downers Grove, IL is Al Kola Law Office with an LFR Score of 70/100. It has 4.9★ from 1,648 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. Kassir Law LLC (#2) and The Traffic Defense Firm (#3) follow. We ranked 1,803 general practice lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many general practice lawyers are there in Downers Grove?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 1,803 general practice lawyers serving Downers Grove, IL. 3 of them are based in Downers Grove; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which general practice lawyers in Downers Grove are open 24/7?
102 ranked general practice lawyers in Downers Grove post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are The Traffic Defense Firm (#3), Law Offices of Vincent M. Miceli & Associates, Ltd. (#4) and M&A Law Firm, P.C. Trial Lawyers (#5). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general practice lawyers in Downers Grove work on weekends?
265 of 1,803 ranked general practice lawyers post Saturday hours and 153 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Al Kola Law Office (#1), Kassir Law LLC (#2) and The Traffic Defense Firm (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Downers Grove general practice lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 1,803 rated general practice lawyers in Downers Grove is 4.7★, with a median of 10 reviews. Al Kola Law Office has the most, 1,648 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank general practice lawyers?
Each general practice lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general practice lawyers outside Downers Grove count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Downers Grove city center, our service radius for general practice lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can general practice lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do general practice lawyers in Downers Grove, IL charge?
General practice lawyers usually charge flat fees for routine work such as simple wills or closings and hourly rates for disputes. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
When is a general practice lawyer a good fit?
For common matters such as wills, home purchases, small business contracts or minor disputes, especially in smaller cities. For complex cases, ask how often the firm handles your kind of matter. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of general practice lawyers in Downers Grove, IL ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Downers Grove?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Downers Grove
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 1,803 general practice lawyers serving Downers Grove.
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