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I am a partner with Meyer & Kiss, LLC and concentrate my practice in Civil Rights, Criminal Law, and Personal Injury. I am also actively working with Medical Marijuana research and passage of legislation for Medical Marijuana. During my first week as an attorney, I worked on federal civil rights trial. The day I was formally sworn in as an attorney, the jury handed down a $365,000 verdict for my client. Recently, attorney Louis J. Meyer and his partner, Daniel P. Kiss received a $1,500, verdict for their client in a civil rights case.
I was born in Woodstock, Illinois. I received my bachelors degree with Honors at the University of Iowa in 2001. For my Honors thesis, I authored a psychological study on faulty eye-witness identifications in the criminal justice system. After graduating from Iowa, I worked two years as a paralegal at a law firm in Woodstock. After that, I moved to Chicago to attend law school at DePaul.
In addition to pursuing my desire to assist people in need, I am dedicated to becoming an accomplished trial attorney. I have tried thirteen jury trials. Eleven were federal civil rights jury trials in Chicago, one in federal court in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I have also second chaired two criminal jury trials where my client was wrongfully accused of serious felonies. In both of those cases my clients were found not guilty and have now brought civil rights cases.
I am licensed to practice in the State of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin.
My practice areas cover Cook County, McHenry County, Lake County, Boone County, Winnebago County, Peoria County, Tazewell County. I have active cases against Chicago, Peoria, McHenry County, Tazewell County, East Peoria, Rockford.
Thank you for taking the time to read a little about me. Keep the faith.
My name is Louis Meyer and I handle civil rights and injury cases across the State of Illinois.
We handle police misconduct, excessive force, false arrest and more. We fight for you
Do not talk to the police until you have talked to us.
Do not do this alone. You need aggressive and qualified support on your side in your time of need.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Civil Rights
60%
21 years
Wrongful Death
20%
Criminal Defense
10%
21 years
Personal Injury
10%
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2016 2014
2014 2013 2012
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 19 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Posted by JASON | May 26, 2025 | Civil Rights
THE BEST IN THE MIDWEST
These are great lawyers I recommend them to anybody has any problems with the law or anybody else filing your rights or civil rights these guys really walk me through the process and help me out thank you I appreciate everything you guys have done for me so if looking for real attorneys that will fig...
Posted by Tammy Hockett | October 13, 2016 | Personal Injury
Review
Mr. Meyer could not take my case as they do not practice what I would need for my defense. Yet Mr. Meyers went out of his way to help me and gave me another attorney to call! I just found it very kind as I am having a horrible time finding a lawyer! Even after 5 surgeries on the same hip in 2 years! ...
Posted by Sarah | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent attorney who takes a case head on and NEVER QUITS!!
I have had the priviledge to work with Louis Meyer for the past 4 years on a high profile case. Although the case is still ongoing, I wanted to make sure I got my recommendation out there so others might get the same opportunity. I was referred to Louis Meyer in 2012 regarding a tough case invol...
Posted by Douglas | July 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights
Outstanding civil rights attorney
Louis helped us receive a favorable settlement after we experienced an illegal stop and search while driving through Illinois. He was very responsive, answered all of our questions promptly, and knew exactly what we should expect every step of the way. If you feel you were treated unfairly by law e...
Posted by Andy | March 27, 2016 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thoughtful and Insightful
I consulted Mr. Meyer for help with a suit and he proved to be knowledgeable and compassionate. I would not hesitate to return to him with any future legal assistance. He was a serious help.
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2014
Client Choice Award for Civil Rights, Avvo
2013
Top Contributor Civil Rights, Avvo
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Founding Partner, Meyer & Kiss, LLC
2005 - 2011
Attorney, Jackowiak Law Office
2001 - 2003
Law Clerk/Paralegal, Weisz Botto & Gilbert
Associations
2014 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
NORMLMember
2006 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Ashley Robinson v. Shelith Hansbro, et. al., 13-cv-2039
Verdict for Plaintiff. $1,500,000.00
Lovi v. Arlington Heights, et.
Verdict for $80,000.00
Lincoln Lee v. Jay Shepler, et. al.
Verdict for Mr. Lee for $125,000.00
Omelogu v. University of Illinois at Chicago
Verdict for Plaintiff for $365,000
Gillispie v. City of Chicago
Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiff
Redmond v. City of Chicago
Jury verdict in favor of Plainiff
Blasy v. Amro Cabinets
verdict for Amro Cabinets
People v. John Collins
A jury found Mr. Meyer's client not guilty on all counts
Education
2006
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of Iowa
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Notre Dame High School
Civil Rights
2012
Bradley University
Section 1983 Civil Rights Cases
2011
Bradley University
4th Amendment
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Louis earned significant contribution points in 2014.
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