Kristy concentrates on general liability matters involving personal injury, medical malpractice, employment and contract disputes.

With over 20 years of trial experience, Kristy successfully develops comprehensive litigation defense strategies and vigorously advocates for large corporations, small businesses and individuals. She also represents schools and social service agencies in all aspects of litigation, including cases involving allegations of abuse and neglect. Kristy is especially noted for her due diligence and close collaboration with clients from pre-litigation through verdict to manage risk and obtain positive results.

Prior to joining Downey & Lenkov, Kristy was a partner at another prominent Chicago law firm where she effectively managed cases with multi-million-dollar damage potential.

Outside of work, Kristy enjoys traveling and spending her time with family.

• Education:

  • J.D., Loyola University School of Law, Chicago, IL, 1998
  • B.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Champaign, IL, 1995

• Professional Memberships & Associations:

  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Association