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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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

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 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 Tomasz | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Great Lawyer

I had a lawyer with my work related injury that did nothing for me. He waned to settle after my 2nd surgery ( I was waiting on approval for my 3rd surgery) he said they "have evidence" that the injury never happened and offered me 8k. I explained that I needed a 3rd surgery and about 9-11 months of r...ecovery and therapy. He just wanted to settle and offered us 10k. Now I'm thinking if they have evidence why are they offering me anything??. One of my friends told me to consult with a different lawyer. She gave me the name of Laura Childs. I didn't even know I could change lawyers. Gave her a call told her my situation and Laura decided to work with me. She had to work out a deal with the first lawyer, which totally sucks because he did absolutely nothing for me. She even figured out that the first lawyer miscalculated my workman's comp pay. And I was issued back pay for about 8k. Within 2 months I had a trial. I had to go to in front of a judge and explain everything. Laura was great she walked me through and explained everything. I ended up winning. Had my surgery. She kept in contact with me and even called me the day after my surgery to see how I was doing. After my recovery and therapy was done she didn't try to rush me. I wanted to wait at least a year too see if everything healed properly. I ended up with a nice settlement. Laura Childs knows the law and gets things done right and quickly. She will not disappoint you. Not like the big law firm we started out with.

Laura Childs

Replied last July 22, 2021

Tomasz, I am glad you were pleased with my services. It was great working with you. I would be happy to help you with anything you need in the future. Thanks!

Posted by Paul | April 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Since 06 05 2017

I came to Laura after a workplace fall. She has been forthright and complete in assessing and communicating all aspects of my type of case. All advice has included multiple options for each stage, regardless if those options differed from "our plan". That way, I was current and apprised of all possib...le courses of action.

Laura Childs

Replied last April 29, 2021

Paul, it’s been a pleasure working with you. Thanks!

Posted by Carlo | April 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Amazing Results

I had a repetitive work injury. I honestly didn't think that I was going to get any compensation. When I hired Laura things began to happen. I recieved payment for lost time off and got a 5 figure settlement offer that I never expected! Laura has a great personality and is easy to work with. I woul...d highly recommend her.

Laura Childs

Replied last April 26, 2021

Thanks Carlo, it has been a pleasure working with you!

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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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