When your rights, freedom, or future are on the line, you deserve a legal team with the experience, resources, and tenacity to fight for the outcome you need.
With decades of combined experience, our attorneys provide exceptional legal services across a wide range of practice areas.
Aggressive representation for accident victims. We fight insurance companies so you can focus on recovery. No fees unless we win.
Compassionate guidance through divorce, custody, and support matters. Protecting your family's best interests at every step.
Strategic defense against felony and misdemeanor charges. Former prosecutors who know both sides of the courtroom.
Comprehensive corporate counsel from formation to litigation. Protecting businesses of all sizes across Illinois.
Navigating the complex immigration system with expertise. Visa applications, green cards, citizenship, and deportation defense.
Secure your legacy with comprehensive wills, trusts, and estate plans tailored to your unique circumstances and goals.
Our team of distinguished attorneys combines academic excellence with real-world courtroom success.
Founding Partner
Personal Injury, Business Litigation
With over 30 years of trial experience, Richard has secured landmark verdicts across Illinois. A former Assistant State Attorney, he brings unmatched courtroom expertise to every case.
Senior Partner
Family Law, Immigration
Catherine is recognized as one of Chicago's top family law attorneys. Her bilingual practice serves a diverse clientele, and her immigration expertise provides unique cross-practice insight.
Partner
Criminal Defense, Estate Planning
A former Cook County public defender, James has tried over 200 criminal cases. His meticulous approach to defense strategy and estate law makes him invaluable to the firm.
Results matter. Our track record of success speaks to our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each case is unique and evaluated individually.
Our clients' experiences reflect our commitment to exceptional legal representation and personal attention.
After my car accident, I was overwhelmed and didn't know where to turn. Sterling & Associates took my case and fought for me every step of the way. They secured a settlement that covered all my medical bills and then some. I can't thank them enough.
James Whitfield is nothing short of brilliant. When I was facing serious charges, he built a defense that resulted in a complete dismissal. His knowledge of criminal law and courtroom strategy is unmatched. He gave me my life back.
Going through a custody dispute was the hardest thing we've faced. Catherine Reyes handled our case with incredible compassion and professionalism. She fought for what was best for our children, and the outcome exceeded our expectations.
Richard Sterling has been our corporate counsel for over a decade. His strategic advice has been instrumental in our company's growth. When we faced a complex contract dispute, his team resolved it swiftly and favorably.
The immigration process felt impossible until I found Sterling & Associates. Catherine guided my family through the green card application with patience and expertise. We are now permanent residents thanks to her dedication.
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Our attorneys are consistently recognized by the most prestigious legal organizations in the country.
Selected 15 consecutive years
2010-2025Superb — Highest rating possible
2025U.S. News & World Report
2024-2025National Trial Lawyers Assoc.
2023-2025Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review
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