The team

Meet Our Attorneys

Four advocates. Decades of combined courtroom experience. One mission.

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Marcus Fortune

Founding Partner

Marcus founded the firm in 2004 after a decade as a federal prosecutor. He has tried over 80 cases to verdict and is recognized statewide for his work in complex criminal defense and high-stakes litigation. He is a frequent speaker at Northwestern Law.

Criminal DefenseFederal LitigationTrial Strategy
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Diana Reyes

Senior Partner

Diana leads the firm's personal injury practice and has recovered more than $40M for her clients. Known for relentless preparation and steady client advocacy, she has been named to Illinois Super Lawyers for seven consecutive years.

Personal InjuryMedical MalpracticeWrongful Death
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James Okafor

Associate Attorney

James handles family law and immigration matters with a calm, thorough approach. Fluent in three languages, he is committed to making the legal system accessible to Chicago's diverse communities. A former clerk at the Northern District of Illinois.

Family LawImmigrationMediation
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Priya Nair

Of Counsel

Priya brings 25 years of business litigation experience to the firm, with deep expertise in shareholder disputes and commercial fraud. She has argued before the Seventh Circuit and the Illinois Supreme Court multiple times.

Business LitigationAppellate PracticeCommercial Fraud