Paul B. Wharton

Paul B. Wharton

also known as Paul, Wharton

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 42 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Arlington Heights, IL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Criminal Defense ... +3 more

85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 425 A, Arlington Heights, IL

About Paul

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice 25%

42 years | 250 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

42 years | 2,500 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

42 years | 1,000 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

42 years | 700 cases

20%
Divorce and Separation 9%

40 years | 500 cases

9%
Wrongful Death 1%

42 years | 25 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 42 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1983

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Wharton Law Offices

85 West Algonquin Road, Suite 425 A, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005

Wharton Law Offices

18620 W. Illinois Route 120, Grayslake, IL, 60030

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Paul B. Wharton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Bryan | January 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He is a God. Best Lawyer Around

I recently was pulled over for driving on a revoked license & no seat belt in Lake County. While on probation. I was absolutely sick to my stomach & Affraid. I called a good friend of mine and explained what happened to me. He told me to call Paul. So i did. When Paul answered and spoke to me. I was... instantly relieved. His demeanor proffesional manner & knowledge was like no other lawyer i have used before. We went to court on the first appearance. He showed how great he trully is. He got the seat belt ticket thrown out. He got my driving on revoked reduced down. Probation terminated and a meger fine with supervision. . I really thought i was going to jail. Witch was Scary & Financially devestating to my family. But thanks to some good advice from a friend and a true pro like Paul. Things worked out well. If i remember correctly during my first phone conversation with Paul he reassured me that it would. God Bless You Paul. Million Stars. Bryan Edmiston People please do your mental health a favor and pick up the phone and call this man. Paul will put you at ease.

Posted by Lisa | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Well Worth it!!

YES!! you should hire Paul B. Wharton as your attorney… With cases ranging from Personal injury, Divorce and Criminal, I felt good it was a good fit. I was treated with the utmost respect, pure professionalism, prompt follow up, and a wealth of experience behind him… 33 years to be exact. Paul made... a difficult and stressful time more manageable…a sigh of relief in knowing I was in good hands.

Posted by Chris | October 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Absolutely Impressed!

Mr. Wharton is a man I can’t thank enough! Today he made a miracle happen and I’m blessed to come across a lawyer who is as knowledgeable as he is. I contacted Mr. Wharton to represent me for multiple traffic violations including a speeding ticket for 120mph+. With a driving abstract like mine, I did...n’t have much hope of the outcome, but Mr. Wharton managed to make magic happen! If there’s a will, there’s a way and Mr. Wharton does what it takes to get the job done! I will forever recommend Paul Wharton for what he has done for me.

Posted by Melissa | July 4, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Is there such a thing as a Lawyer with heart? If you hire Paul Wharton!

I have known Paul for over 15 years! He is a bulldog in the courtroom and a friend outside. Where most lawyers fall short in the empathy department, Paul does not. He just doesn't take a case, he feels that case. In other words, Paul's relationship with his client's do not stop at the dotted line, it... continues day or night. Ask my son who Paul represented mere days ago on a drop of a dime when I called him when my son was arrested. Paul was there in a heartbeat not only consoling me but worked his years of experience where my son came home and got the best deal ever that gave my son a second chance. When my son's hearing was over he talked to my son about his actions and long term consequences of them and at the end handed over his number to my son and said "if you need anything, anything...you call me" even when the case was over and Paul could have just left. Paul first represented me years ago and then my husband and now my son and believe you me I would not call anyone that only cared about the buck and entrust them not only with me but my whole family. We now joke how he became our family lawyer with all of our mishaps but you know what, life happens and if it's going to happen I best be sure I have a kick a** attorney on my/our side and that's exactly who you will get when you hire Paul Wharton. Bottom Line: When life happens, hire Paul Wharton!

Posted by Penny | March 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Paul Wharton, amazing lawyer and a kind hearted human being!!

We hired Paul on the recommendation of a friend for a time sensitive situation. I was truly amazed, not only did he do what he said he would do for us, but made us feel like he was family. So kind and compassionate. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Paul. I would recommend Paul in a he...art beat.

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Lindsay Coleman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I cannot say enough about Paul Wharton. He is the attorney you want to represent you and not be against you for the knowledge, expertise, integrity, intelligence, and heart. Paul is compassionate while being aggressive at the same time. This is the attorney that all attorneys strive to become, learn from and most of all, can rely upon his word with a hand shake. Paul's massive knowledge in the law and court system is immense; Paul's zealous representation of his clients, is second to none."

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Robert Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Borcia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christine Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Wharton is a compassionate attorney who works extremely hard to defend his client's. Anybody who finds themselves in trouble with law should seek him out immediately."

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Matthew Stanton

Litigation lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Wharton is a master litigator who has tried and won hundreds of cases; and he brings his experience; legal knowledge; and strength of character to every case he handles. Whether you need a strong defense or are looking for a favorable settlement, you cannot go wrong with Paul."

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Thomas Fabiano

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an excellent attorney who has a proven track record of getting results for his clients. He is intellectually very capable and has a strong work ethic to complement his ability. Not only is Paul a talented lawyer, but he is the type of guy that you can talk with and trust. If you need an injury lawyer, call Paul."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

Client Satisfaction 10 Best in Illinois, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Principal, Wharton Law Offices

1987 - 1994

Senior Associate Attorney, James F Driscoll PC

1983 - 1987

Partner, Wharton & Ramirez

Associations

1990 - Present

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

1986 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

1984 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

1984 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

1984 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

1984 - 2011

Chicago Bar Association

Education

1983

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

University of Notre Dame

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1976

Loyola Academy

Speaking Engagements

1998

Northwestern University Symposium on the Punishment/Treatment of Sex Offenders

The Punishment of Sex Offenders

Publications

1998

Northwestern University Law Review The Science and Ethics of Castration: Lessons from the Morse Case

1998

ABC's 2020 Jeffrey Morse case

1998

Bill Kurtis's A&E Investigative Reports "Punishing the Pedophiles" television episode

1998

Chicago Tribune/Chicago Sun Times/Daily Herald/ABC news/NBC news/CBS news/WGN news/FOX news Multiple television stories/newspaper articles

1997

Chicago Tribune/Chicago Sun Times/Daily Herald/ABC news/NBC news/CBS news/WGN news/FOX news Multiple television stories/ newspaper articles

Languages

English

Spanish

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