Brad James Balke

Brad James Balke

4.6
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 25 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Crystal Lake, IL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation

330 West Terra Cotta Avenue, Suite B, Crystal Lake, IL

About Brad

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 70%

Major vehicle accidents, including motorcycle and trucking cases.

26 years

70%
Workers Compensation 30%

Illinois Workers' compensation.

26 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 25 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2000

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Balke & Williams

330 West Terra Cotta Avenue, Suite B, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

Balke & Williams

542 South Dearborn, Suite 310, Chicago, IL, 60605

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Brad James Balke's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kristi | July 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Rockstar at personal injury

I was rear ended and originally dealing with insurance for my injuries. When I started getting resistance from the other parties insurance regarding treatment, I needed help. I met with Brad, showed him all of my paperwork, bills etc. He listened, understood and knew exactly what needed to be done.... He did not hesitate to take on my case even though I was months in. He is so kind that I don't think the people he's negotiating with can say no to him. He somehow seems to get bills to disappear which ultimately ends up with more money in your pocket. He's good. He's knowledgeable. He gets it done! I can't thank him enough.

Posted by Tim | January 17, 2011 | Personal Injury

Illinois WC case

Brad is a first class attorney. He is open, honest and above all, he is responsive. He handled a personal injury case for me as well as a WC case. Both were handled flawlessly. I highly recommend Brad Balke and would use him again without hesitation.

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2009 | Workers Compensation

Excellent Workers Comp Attorney

Mr Balke was a God Send for me. He made sure I received all medical care I needed in a timely manner. He is great at communicating with his clients. When it came time for settlement he went after it with gusto. He is well known in the world of Workers Compensation and is respected by arbitrators and ...his peers. As much as I hope I never am injured on the job again, I know if I am I have Mr Balke to protect my interets. I'd hire him him again in a heartbeat.

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Logan Jones

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Very approachable, knowledgeable and results driven."

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Bryan Hoffman

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am honored to be able to say that I have known Mr. Balke for many years. He is an extremely knowledgeable and diligent attorney. I value him as a friend and a fellow lawyer in my community."

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Michael Keating

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brad Balke is an excellent Chicago Worker's Compensation attorney. I have worked with him on a number of cases and am always impressed with his knowledge, diligence and results. I recommend Brad Balke as an attorney for your Worker's Compensation case."

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Languages

English

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