Bio

Katie Fulara Vinge defends clients in civil litigation, with a focus on construction injury and defect and professional liability. Her clients appreciate both her advocacy and her pragmatic approach in order to best frame a defense that fits each client’s unique needs. Her experience and concern allow clients to have an overarching understanding of the legal process and how it directly impacts them. Ms. Vinge represents corporate and individual clients in both state and federal courts.

Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family on the Northwest Side of Chicago.

  • University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2008
  • University of Iowa, B.A. in Political Science with minors in English and Religious Studies, 2005

 

Law School Honors/Involvement

  • European Union Law Program, Czech Republic (2007)
  • Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the
    • Northern District of Illinois
    • Central District of Illinois

 

Professional Associations

  • Illinois Defense Counsel
    • Vice-Chair, Construction Law Committee (2022-2025)
Vinge and Weiner Secure Dismissal of IDHR Complaints Against Fire Protection District
  • Best Lawyers’ list of “Ones to Watch” (2024-2025)
HeplerBroom Adds Three New Partners
HeplerBroom Adds Three New Partners
28 HeplerBroom Attorneys Honored with Inclusion on 2025 Best Lawyers Lists
HeplerBroom Attorneys Serve as Leaders with State Defense Attorney Association
28 HeplerBroom Attorneys Honored with Inclusion on 2024 Best Lawyers Lists
HeplerBroom Attorneys Take on Leadership Roles for Illinois Attorney Organization
HeplerBroom Attorneys Take on Leadership Roles for Illinois Attorney Organization
Chicago Office Adds Two Associate Attorneys
Illinois Appellate Court Reviews Effort to Circumvent 10-Year Statute of Repose for Construction Projects
Appellate Court Upholds Summary Judgment in Favor of General Contractor on Issue of Retained Control
The Illinois Prejudgment Interest Statute: Is It Unconstitutional?

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