I reach the best results for my clients by always being ready to fight hard in court. I find that the more I prepare for hearings and trials, the more likely the opposing party is to settle and avoid having those hearings against me. The result, ideally, is that my clients get the best possible settlement, while avoiding the risk and expense of protracted litigation.
Education
- J.D., DePaul University, College of Law, Chicago, Illinois
- B.S., Northwestern University, Medill School of Journalism, Evanston, Illinois, Journalism
Bar Certifications
- Admitted to the Bar of Illinois Supreme Court
- Admitted to the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Bar Association Memberships
- Northwest Suburban Bar Association
Awards and Recognition
- Super Lawyers Rising Star 2014-2018
- Dean’s Merit Scholarship, DePaul University College of Law
Media
In February 2026, Ms. Alkass appeared on NewsNation Live with Marni Hughes to provide legal insight on cases making national news. The latest appearance was on February 26, 2026, when Kristina answered questions regarding Bill and Hillary Clinton’s depositions to the House Oversight Committee regarding the Epstein Files investigation.
https://pilot.latakoo.com/asset/23137364?share=pgsv25vicwrxrnzaha36oq3tgjq7fhqr and https://pilot.latakoo.com/asset/23137329?share=7oes7do5zq7wiabhx36a6qi6q3sh2pnp
On February 3, 2026, Ms. Alkass was a guest on NewsNation Live and discussed the Tyler Robison case (the man accused of murdering Charlie Kirk). https://pilot.latakoo.com/asset/22927316?share=fnos5hnbyp2ggo3rxjijr6xj5ittudxm
On May 8, 2018, Ms. Alkass appeared on WTTW’s program “Chicago Tonight,” where she discussed the red flags associated with domestic abuse.
https://chicagotonight.wttw.com/2018/05/08/understanding-red-flags-domestic-violence
Ms. Alkass is a contributor to our podcast series “Chicago’s Legal Latte.”
Community Involvement
Ms. Alkass serves as a volunteer attorney for Between Friends, a non-profit organization that provides counseling and court advocacy services to survivors of domestic abuse. She also recently served a term on the organization’s Board of Directors.
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