Law Office of Lawrence G Leibforth - Oak Lawn, IL

Decades of Trial-Tested Legal Representation in Oak Lawn

Since establishing his Oak Lawn practice in 1993, attorney Lawrence G. Leibforth has provided individuals, families, and business owners throughout Cook, Will, DuPage, Kane, and Kendall counties with steadfast legal representation. Those who need a lawyer to navigate complex civil disputes or criminal accusations benefit from his extensive trial background. Prior to founding his firm, Larry Leibforth spent eight formative years as an insurance defense attorney, representing major insurers in high-stakes personal injury lawsuits. This gives him unique insight into how insurance carriers evaluate claims and attempt to minimize payouts.

Today, that experience works entirely to the advantage of everyday individuals looking to hire an attorney who can deliver aggressive courtroom advocacy. Admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 1985 and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Mr. Leibforth has earned high esteem across Chicagoland, including recognition by Super Lawyers and service as former president of the Southwest Bar Association.

Aggressive Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Advocacy

When serious injuries alter your life, working with seasoned car accident lawyers and injury advocates is vital. The firm handles an extensive spectrum of injury claims on a contingency fee basis:

• Car accident lawyers fighting for victims of rear-end crashes, highway collisions, and distracted driving.
• Truck accident lawyers holding negligent commercial trucking carriers and freight companies accountable.
• Motorcycle accident lawyers, pedestrian injury lawyers, and bicycle injury lawyers protecting injured individuals.
• Slip and fall injury lawyers managing premises liability claims against negligent commercial property owners.
• Medical malpractice lawyers and workers compensation lawyers aiding workers injured on dangerous job sites.
• Wrongful death lawyers helping grieving families obtain financial justice and survival damages.

The firm has secured significant recoveries, including a $13.8 million railroad yard settlement, $2 million in a crash involving a municipal vehicle, and $1.3 million in a wrongful death lawsuit.

Strategic Criminal Defense and Traffic Defense

Anyone searching to find a lawyer for immediate defense across Cook County and collar county courts can rely on Larry Leibforth. Having taken hundreds of cases to verdict, he provides strategic defense against misdemeanor and felony charges. The defense practice includes DUI/DWI defense lawyers protecting driving privileges, traffic ticket lawyers resolving moving violations, drug crime defense lawyers confronting unlawful searches, theft and burglary defense lawyers, violent crime defense lawyers, and domestic violence defense lawyers handling protective orders.

Real Estate, Business Law, and Estate Planning

Beyond litigation, the firm assists clients with transactional matters. As residential real estate lawyers and commercial real estate lawyers, the office guides buyers and sellers through smooth property closings, contract reviews, and title clearance. For small businesses, business formation lawyers provide entity structuring and contract guidance. In addition, estate planning lawyers and probate lawyers prepare wills, living trusts, and powers of attorney, guiding families through Cook County probate administration.

Direct Attorney Access and Free Consultations

Lawrence Leibforth emphasizes direct client communication, personalized case strategies, and responsive service. Whether you were hurt in an accident, charged with an offense, or buying real estate in Oak Lawn, the firm offers free initial consultations to evaluate your rights.