GK&W - Attorneys at Law


Municipalities rely on Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona to represent them in varied litigation. We have successfully defended municipalities against sex, race, national origin, religion, employment discrimination and retaliatory discharge claims. In addition, our representation encompasses contract disputes and municipal tax contests. We have negotiated union contracts, proposed zoning code revisions and responded to challenges to municipal ordinances. We have handled police brutality, malicious prosecution, false arrest and constitutional rights cases. We have defended municipalities against claims of housing discrimination and political firings and hirings. In addition, we have been involved in cases in which municipal employees were accused of sexual harassment and molestation.

Our expertise comes from experience. Tom Gardiner served as trustee of the Village of Glenwood and Prairie State College for a cumulative total of 21 years. He currently serves on the Board of Education for a high school district. Jim Koch sits on the board of New Trier High School and is on the Board of Governors for the North Suburban Special Education District. We are familiar with the pressures placed on elected officials and executives and have the ability to provide sound counsel that protects both the community and the leadership.