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Business & Corporate Attorneys • Chicago, IL & SE Wisconsin • Carlson Dash

Lina Toma

ATTORNEY
Additional Languages Spoken: Assyrian & Arabic
Practice Areas: Litigation, Bankruptcy, and Residential Real Estate

Lina practices litigation, bankruptcy, and residential real estate, offering comprehensive legal services to clients in Illinois and Wisconsin. With her diverse background, language skills, and commitment to advocacy, she is dedicated to providing personalized and effective legal solutions for her clients.

In the Profession

In her legal career, Lina has gained valuable experience across different sectors. During law school, she worked as a legal extern for the United States Department of Homeland Security, gaining insights into federal legal processes. She also served as a legal analyst for a major behavioral analytics software company, where she honed her analytical and problem-solving skills. While her experience as a senior project coordinator in the operations department of a publicly traded gaming company has provided her with a deep understanding of business operations and corporate needs.

 

In addition to English, Lina is fluent in Assyrian and Arabic, which allows her to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients.

 

Her professional memberships include the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, and Assyrian American Bar Association. She served as the Vice President of Assyrian American Bar Association from 2023 through 2025, and was elected as the President of the Assyrian American Bar Association in July 2025 where she actively engages with legal professionals and contribute to the legal community.

In the Community

Lina is passionate about mentorship and advocacy. She mentors first generation college students and law students, offering guidance and support as they navigate their academic and professional journeys.

Legal Background

Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2019

Loyola University Chicago, B.A., 2015 Political Science and International Studies; minor in Psychology and Anthropology (Dean’s List for Academic Achievement 2011-2015)

 

Admitted: Illinois, Wisconsin, and the Northern District of Illinois.

 

Memberships: Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, Assyrian American Bar Association.