City of Chicago Law Department: Investigations Division - Chicago, IL

City of Chicago Law Department: Investigations Division

Claims and Litigation Support

The Investigations Division of the City of Chicago Law Department is located at 33 North LaSalle Street. This specialized unit is responsible for conducting thorough investigations into claims filed against the City, including personal injury, property damage, and workers' compensation cases. The division's work is critical in gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and providing factual support for the City's legal defense teams in tort litigation and other civil matters. 🏙️

Key Responsibilities

• Site inspections and photographic documentation
• Interviewing claimants and witnesses
• Verification of facts for tort and workers' compensation claims
• Support for Corporation Counsel in court proceedings

Office Information

This office operates as an administrative support arm of the Law Department. It is not a public walk-in center for filing police reports or general complaints; its primary function is to serve the legal needs of the municipal government. Visitors to the building are subject to standard office security protocols and must present valid identification.