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About the chambers

About

Twenty years of careful preparation and determined courtroom advocacy.

About Eleanor

Prepared for the question the other side hopes nobody asks.

Most cases are won long before the hearing. I read every page of the file myself, test every assumption in the evidence, and build an argument that holds up under pressure from the bench and from opposing counsel.

You will always know where your case stands. I explain the options, the risks and the likely outcomes in clear terms, so the decisions you make are informed ones. When a fair settlement is the smarter path, I will tell you. When it is time to fight, I will be ready.

Eleanor Hart

Principal Barrister, SWP Barrister Chambers

Barrister in traditional court attire smiling in chambers
20+ yearsof courtroom advocacy across civil and criminal courts
Called to the Bar, 2004 Two decades of trial and appellate work
State Bar of Illinois Member in good standing
Full rights of audience District, appellate and higher courts
Accredited mediator Civil and family disputes
Framed legal certificate beside a Lady Justice figurine on a desk

Career

A practice built one courtroom at a time

Twenty years of hearings, appeals and negotiated settlements have shaped how I work: carefully, candidly and always on your side.

  1. Called to the Bar

    Began practice in criminal defense, appearing daily in district and county courts.

  2. First appellate success

    Overturned a wrongful conviction on appeal, a case later cited in state trial training.

  3. Accredited as a mediator

    Added civil and family mediation to help clients resolve disputes without trial.

  4. Founded SWP Barrister Chambers

    Opened independent chambers in Springfield with a small, dedicated support team.

  5. Trial advocacy faculty

    Invited to teach advocacy skills to newly qualified barristers across the state.

How we work together

From first call to final hearing

  1. Free first conversation

    A confidential 30-minute call to understand what happened and what you need.

  2. Case review

    I study the documents and evidence, then give you an honest written assessment.

  3. Strategy and preparation

    We agree a plan, prepare witnesses and build the argument together.

  4. Representation

    I stand with you in court, in mediation or at the negotiating table.

Client testimonials

What clients say after the verdict

Eleanor explained every step before it happened. I walked into court knowing exactly what to expect, and I walked out with my name cleared.
Daniel M.Criminal defense client
She kept a painful custody case calm and focused on my kids. The arrangement we reached still works for all of us three years later.
Sarah R.Family law client
Our supplier dispute had dragged on for a year. Eleanor had a settlement on the table within six weeks, on terms better than we hoped for.
James P.Managing director, commercial client
I was injured at work and terrified of the cost of a claim. The fee was agreed in writing on day one and the settlement covered my future care.
Linda K.Personal injury client
Straight answers, no jargon, and a real plan. Eleanor told me what could go wrong as well as what could go right, and she was right about both.
Omar T.Employment dispute client
Our late father's will was contested by a relative. Eleanor resolved it through mediation in two sessions, and the family is still talking to each other.
Grace W.Property & estates client

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