In an industry filled with stuffed shirts, empty promises and skyscraper fees, Arthur, Chapman, Kettering, Smetak & Pikala is a welcome alternative--delivering top-tier legal expertise with down-to-earth character and values. Since 1974, the firm has provided expert civil and business litigation counsel without the ego and pretense. With 39 attorneys, we offer big-firm knowledge and results with the agility and camaraderie of a smaller practice. Clients trust Arthur Chapman to protect their interests and resolve their most complex disputes. We get it done with unsurpassed initiative, diligence, and follow-through.
Clients hire Arthur Chapman because we are experienced trial lawyers with extensive courtroom experience--often more than the big name firms. We're also judicious and discerning--we know exactly when to try a case and when to settle. We are confident attorneys with a proven record of steering clients through the most complex issues and conflicts. We know our clients want the best outcomes and advice. And we give it--while working fast and smart. We know how to litigate efficiently and cost effectively, so that clients get good results and a good value.
Unlike law firms that attempt to provide a broad range of legal services, we have chosen to limit our practice to litigation and litigation prevention. By focusing our efforts in this area of the law, we are able to streamline our services while maintaining both the depth and breadth of experience necessary to provide effective representation of our clients.











