Laura Childs

Laura Childs

also known as Law Office of Laura Childs, Laura Fretty

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 31 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Lisle, IL
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury

650 Warrenville Rd., Suite 100, Lisle, IL

About Laura

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 90%

When you become injured during the normal course of your employment, you may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Most employers are mandated by state law to carry this no-fault insurance program. Call Attorney Childs for the advocate you need.

32 years

90%
Personal Injury 10%

Workplace injuries | Dog bites | Construction accidents | Dangerous & defective products | Slip, falls, premises liability | Elevator accidents | Catastrophic injuries such as spinal cord, burn, eye, and traumatic brain injuries | More, call now!

32 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Laura Childs

650 Warrenville Rd., Suite 100, Lisle, IL, 60532

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Laura Childs's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by michael b | September 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Professional and thorough

I can honestly tell you my experience after hiring Laura Childs has been extremely satisfactory. I hired Laura for two work comp cases with two different companies, the process was thorough and professional. Any questions, just ask. Her expertise in the field will guide you through the process. I can...not thank her enough for representing me and recieving a most satisfying outcome.

Laura Childs

Replied last September 23, 2025

Michael, Thank you very much for your kind words. You were a pleasure to work with and I wish you well.

Posted by Morad | April 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great job

My experience with Laura was fantastic. She navigated my case with precision and care ensuring I received fair compensation in such a reasonable time.

Laura Childs

Replied last April 24, 2024

Thanks Morad! You were a pleasure to work with.

Posted by James | March 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Workman's Comp Claim

Informative, thorough in explanation of what is covered and not covered in workman's comp claim . Excellent communication skills, and quick resolution to settlement of claim.

Laura Childs

Replied last March 06, 2024

Thanks James, Communication with my clients is a top priority for me. It was great working with you.

Posted by Michele | November 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Extremely Happy

Laura did a great job representing me on a workman’s comp case several years ago. After suffering an injury in a recent auto accident, I reached back out to her without hesitation. Laura is very knowledgeable and keeps you informed every step of the way. She is great with communication (email, text... and phone) which was so important to me since I had many questions and concerns throughout the process. She was very patient and understanding with me. I highly recommend Laura. She will work hard for you.

Laura Childs

Replied last November 15, 2023

Thanks Michele, Communication with my clients is my top priority. I’m glad you were happy with my work.

Posted by Jennifer | April 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Never gives up

Laura Childs helped me with a personal injury workman’s compensation case and ran into nothing but roadblocks. Laura persisted after I had given up hope. She never quits fighting for you. She keeps you informed via texts and emails. You never feel like you’re forgotten or unimportant. After many... months, and her persistence, she succeeded in getting me a fair settlement. If the need ever arises again I would not hesitate to use her services again!

Laura Childs

Replied last April 20, 2023

Thank you Jennifer . You were pleasure to work with.

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Laura Childs's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Herman

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Attorney Childs consistently puts the interests of her clients first. She is always prepared, knowledgeable of the law and timely in responding to phone calls and email."

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Steven Mevorah

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Keith Herman

Workers compensation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Workers Compensation/Personal Injury Attorney, Law Office of Laura Childs

2018 - 2018

Workers Compensation Attorney, Eftekhari Law Offices

1995 - 2018

Senior Workers Compenstion/Personal Injury Attorney, Mevorah Law Offices, LLC

1994 - 1995

Associate, Frank Leonard LaPort & Associates

Associations

2017 - Present

Illinois Mandatory Arbitration

Certified Arbitrator

2016 - Present

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association

Memeber

1995 - Present

Dupage Bar Association

Member

Education

1994

Quinnipiac University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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