Atty. Kristin M. Case

Atty. Kristin M. Case

Kristin M. Case founded The Case Law Firm to empower employees to fight for a fair and healthy workplace.

Chicago Chicago 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Kristin M. Case at a glance

Kristin M. Case is a Founding Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Case + Sedey, LLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2000) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2001). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (J.D., 2000) and Central Missouri State University (B.S. Journalism, 1997). Active member of Chicago (Co-Chair, YLS Labor and Employment Committee) and Illinois State Bar Associations National Employment Lawyers Association (Member, ADA Committee) Illinois Chapter of National Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kristin M. Case founded The Case Law Firm to empower employees to fight for a fair and healthy workplace
  • To her, there is nothing as rewarding as helping her clients achieve the optimal outcome during workplace related disputes
  • With over 15 years of successfully litigating, counseling and guiding clients through the complex world of employment law, Ms. Case has earned a reputation as one of the most respected employment attorneys in Chicago
  • Ms. Case has extensive expertise successfully leading clients through every aspect of their claim, from the initial filing and litigation to judgment
  • She has in-depth knowledge from years of bringing her clients’ cases before administrative agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Illinois Department of Human Rights, as well as throughout the litigation process in both state and federal courts
  • Representing employees of all levels, including executives, expat employees, lawyers, physicians and academics, she has a proven ability to evaluate claims and identify a strategic approach to achieve the best result for her clients
  • Due to her distinguished track record, Ms. Case has been recognized by Chicago Magazine as a Rising Star and Super Lawyer since 2010
  • She frequently speaks and writes about employment law, and has presented before the American Bar Association, the Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
  • Ms. Case is admitted to practice law in Illinois as well as Missouri and before the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Illinois Supreme Court, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the Missouri Supreme Court
  • She received her Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Central Missouri State University and her law degree from the University of Missouri

Practice Areas Explained

Kristin M. Case's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kristin M. Case handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Workplace Discrimination

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Sexual Harassment

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kristin M. Case

Where is Kristin M. Case's law office located?
Kristin M. Case's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Case + Sedey, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kristin M. Case handle?
Kristin M. Case focuses on wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Kristin M. Case practiced law?
Kristin M. Case has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Kristin M. Case go to law school?
Kristin M. Case earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S. Journalism, 1997).
How can I contact Kristin M. Case for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Race Discrimination Sex Discrimination Womens Rights Affirmative Action Age Discrimination In Employment Agreements Americans with Disabilities Act Civil Rights Civil Rights Section 1983 COBRA Confidentiality Agreements Disability Benefits Disability Discrimination Disabled Rights Discrimination Employee Benefits Employee Compensation Employee Discipline Employee Privacy Employee Rights Employer Liability Employer Rights Employment Arbitration Employment At Will Employment Breach Of Contract Employment Civil Rights Employment Claims Employment Class Actions Employment Contracts Employment Defense Employment Disability Discrimination Employment Discrimination Employment Law Employment Litigation Employment Mediation Employment Practices Liability Insurance Employment Rights Employment Termination Equal Employment Opportunity Law ERISA Executive Compensation Executive Employment Law Executive Severance Contracts Executive Transfers Fair Employment Practices Fair Labor Standards Family and Medical Leave Act Federal Employment Law Gay and Lesbian Rights Harassment International Employment Contracts International Labor Law Labor and Employment National Origin Discrimination Negligent Hiring Noncompetition And Non Solicitation Personnel Policies Personnel Training Reductions In Force Restrictive Covenants Retaliatory Discharge Sexual Harassment Title VII Discrimination Unemployment Compensation Unfair Labor Practices Wage And Hour Class Actions Wage and Hour Law Whistleblower Litigation Workplace Violence Wrongful Termination Wrongful Termination Defense

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri School of Law
- 2000
B.S. Journalism
Central Missouri State University
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2000
Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2001

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