Litigating Business Disputes, Employment Issues, and Malpractice Claims for Clients
Litigation Counsel for Employees and Professionals Across
Chicagoland
Chicago Civil Litigation Attorney & Professional License Defense Lawyer
Founding principal Jordan Matyas launched 1818 Legal to protect the businesses, careers, and reputations of Illinois professionals. The firm focuses on business litigation, employee rights, administrative law, and legal malpractice.
Jordan has more than 25 years of experience as an attorney, along with over 30 years of government service, including roles with the White House, the Illinois Legislature, the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, the City of Chicago’s Law Department, and the Regional Transportation Authority.
Founded in 2014, 1818 Legal leverages extensive litigation and counseling experience to deliver practical, results-driven representation. The firm provides a full range of legal services, with a focus on plaintiff-side employment law, legal malpractice, and general civil litigation.
Proactive Approach & Targeted Communications for Practical Solutions
Proactive
Approach
1818 Legal will tackle your legal challenges head-on and work to prevent your issues from returning.
Results-Driven Litigation
Practical, efficient legal strategies to maximize outcomes and minimize risk.
Practical Solutions
Creative and practical tactics are utilized to ensure the best possible outcome.
Legal Services
Legal challenges that threaten your business, career, or professional reputation require more than generic advice—they demand strategic, experienced legal representation. Whether you are facing employment disputes, workplace retaliation, a government or licensing investigation, or the consequences of legal malpractice, the stakes are real and personal. Your legal team should treat them that way.
At 1818, we provide results-driven representation for businesses, professionals, and employees in Chicago and throughout Illinois. Our practice focuses on civil litigation, employment law, administrative and regulatory matters, and plaintiff-side legal malpractice claims. We handle complex disputes involving wrongful termination, whistleblower retaliation, professional discipline, and high-stakes litigation.
With decades of experience navigating government agencies and courts, we bring practical insight and strategic advocacy to every case. We understand how regulatory bodies operate—and how to challenge them effectively.
If you are facing a serious legal issue in Chicago or Illinois, 1818 provides the strategic litigation and employment counsel you need to protect your rights, your career, and your future.
Success Stories
See how 1818 Legal helped Illinois businesses, communities, and licensed professionals get the results they needed
Success Stories
See how 1818 Legal helped Illinois businesses, communities, and licensed professionals get the results they needed
What Happens When You Call 1818
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Discuss your concerns and the result you want
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Agree on a strategy for achieving your goals
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1818 executes & adapts to pursue your outcome
Litigators Protecting Your Business, Your Career, and Your Rights Against Professional Negligence
Hire 1818 Legal to navigate your legal needs and government goals.
Our firm uses unique tactics and strategies for Illinois corporations, professionals, and communities.