Bally's says it hired former Mayor Lightfoot's law firm in possible suit against City of Chicago

ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team WLS logo
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Bally's hires Lori Lightfoot's law firm in possible suit against city

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot's law firm is joining the legal battle over video gaming in Chicago.

Bally's casino says it hired the firm, RKF Global, to represent them in a possible lawsuit against the city.

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The company is questioning the city's push to allow video poker and other gambling devices at bars and restaurants in the city.

Bally's is building a permanent casino in the city's River West neighborhood.

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