Chicago LGBTQ+ Attorney

Cook County Lawyers for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community

Chicago is home to one of the most thriving LGBTQ+ communities in the country. When it comes to legal matters however, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and other members of the community are still confronted with unique legal challenges.

Every day, the attorneys of NextLevel Law, P.C. by Daniel R. Hernandez, Esq stand ready to help members of the LGBTQ+ community meet and overcome these challenges. We are a 100% LGBTQ-owned law firm that is committed to protecting the rights and futures of the LGBTQ+ community. It is our goal to be the premier law firm in Chicago for LGBTQ+ legal matters. We pride ourselves on advocating for LGBTQ+ folks with the compassion and zeal that it takes to overcome whatever legal challenges we may face. 

Chicago Lawyer for All LGBTQ+ Legal Matters

We provide a comprehensive range of legal services to the LGBTQ+ community. We know that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and other members of the community face a wide range of legal challenges and we are equipped to handle all of the following matters: 

• Family law - Our firm can help LGBTQ+ folks with all manners of family law, including adoptions and surrogacy agreements, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and divorce and child custody arrangements. 
• Name changes - We can provide services where a person's name has been changed, including following a divorce, for those who identify as transgender or gender nonbinary, and for people in any other situation. We can also provide assistance if you need to change your name and gender markers on legal documents, including birth certificates. 
• Discrimination claims - If you have faced discrimination because you are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender, we are ready to fight for you and pursue justice. This includes discrimination at work, at a medical care facility, at a private business, or in any other setting. If your discrimination violated employment law, civil rights law, or any other form, we are ready to help. 
• Criminal Defense - We will represent members of the LGBTQ+ community against all manner of criminal charges including drunk driving, drug possession including marijuana, other drug charges, fraud cases, and more. 
• Estate Planning - We can help members of the LGBTQ+ community plan for their financial future and the future of their family. We can help you set up an estate plan including wills, trusts, and other financial planning tools. 
• HIV/AIDS law - We protect the rights of people diagnosed with HIV or AIDS under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. This includes cases of medical malpractice, disputes with insurance companies, and discrimination cases. 
• Civil litigation - If you are a victim of a hate crime, assault, libel, police mistreatment, or any other case due to being in the LGBTQ+ community, we will provide you with the representation that you deserve. 

At NextLevel Law, P.C. by Daniel R. Hernandez, Esq, we strive to make the law easier to understand and less intimidating for everyone. We will work with you in your case to make sure you understand your options before making a decision. We will proactively work to minimize the legal hurdles you will face in any case, but are ready to aggressively represent you in negotiations or trial if necessary. 

Chicago Law Firm for LGBTQ+ Matters

All are welcome here. Whatever community you are from and whatever your income level, NextLevel Law, P.C. by Daniel R. Hernandez, Esq is proud to say that you are welcome at our law firm. By charging our clients a flat-fee for their case instead of charging by the hour, we are able to let you know how much your case will cost upfront. This makes our services more financially accessible and takes the guess work out of your legal bills. We are proud to serve clients in Chicago and all surrounding areas, including DuPage County, Lake County, Will County, and Joliet. Call us today at 312-442-2225 or contact our office by email for your free consultation. We serve clients in English and Spanish.