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Jesse B. Guth is a highly-experienced trial attorney who has litigated a wide array of civil and criminal cases. Jesse began his legal career serving as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Cook County, gaining extensive courtroom experience with high-stakes trial and appellate matters. Afterward, Jesse defended clients in medical malpractice and federal 1983 civil rights cases, followed by 3 years working as a Senior Torts Attorney for the Chicago Transit Authority. In 2022, Jesse launched Guth Law Office. He and his team provide his clients with aggressive representation, handling both civil litigation and criminal defense.
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21 S. Evergreen Ave, Suite 200-112, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
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Posted by Maren | January 21, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Jesse and his team helped us navigate a very difficult situation involving many moving parts. He was kind, knowledgable, thorough, trustworthy, and very transparent. I cannot recommend him enough. I don't know what we would have done had I not retained him.
Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I was struggling to find a solution to my legal problem that would not interfere with my academic or work life. Jesse was extremely helpful and considerate from our very first phone call. He gave timely updates and responses which helped ease my worries during the whole process. Jesse went above and ...
Posted by Ryan | September 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We were referred to Jesse at Guth Law and, from our initial conversation, it was evident that we were in capable hands. Jesse and Sam conducted themselves with the highest level of professionalism, handling our case with exceptional care, sensitivity, and attention to detail. They guided us through e...
Posted by Zarko | December 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I had a relatively minor collision with another vehicle while my insurance had lapsed. The other parties insurance provider ended up coming after me and my mom (car was in her name) for just over $26k. Their estimated value of their clients car. My mother’s license ended up getting suspended over it...
Posted by Mitchel | June 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Jesse is quick on his feet, relentlessly meticulous, and highly personable. Jesse is an experienced trial lawyer who goes above and beyond to ensure the best possible outcomes for his clients. I could not recommend Jesse enough.
"I fully endorse Jesse Guth. He is brilliant, forward-thinking and sharp-witted. He advocates so strongly on behalf of his clients while maintaining interpersonal connections with them on sensitive matters. There is a delicate balance between listening and doing, and Jesse navigates that balance so well. I wholeheartedly respect his work, and recommend him in the field of personal injury."
"Jesse and his team are professional, reliable, and a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer and recommend him to anyone in need of a litigation attorney."
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022 - Present
Owner, Guth Law Office, LLC
2021 - 2022
Partner, Cart & Guth Law, LLC
2018 - 2021
Senior Associate, Torts Division, Chicago Transit Authority
2017 - 2018
Litigation Associate, Bollinger, Connolly, Krause LLC
2015 - 2017
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
2023 - Present
Northwest Suburban Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Prosecutors Bar AssociationMember
$3,100,000.00
$454,000 settlement
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
BS - Bachelor of Science
2021
English