David Andrew Williams

David Andrew Williams

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 18 years

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

7115 S. Virginia Rd., Crystal Lake, IL

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

20%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Balke & Williams

7115 S. Virginia Rd., Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

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David Andrew Williams's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by Rob | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney

After doing some research about the difficulties of dealing with insurance companies and how the process can go wrong, I decided to hire an attorney. David helped me through a very difficult time after a car accident. He was helpful in every stage of the process from securing care, answering any q...uestions, negotiating the settlement, negotiating the liens and closing out the case. He was always very communicative, friendly and thorough. One thing that really stuck out about David was that he never pushed any options. He would present you with all the options, answer any questions, discuss the possibilities and help you make the right choice. David would be my first choice if I was looking for a personal injury attorney. He was a pleasure to work with and really helped me through a difficult time. I can't thank him enough.

Posted by Brian | January 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Personal Injury Claim gone well

A little over a year ago (2018) my teenage daughter was T-boned while driving alone one cold night. The offender slid through a stop sign, spinning my daughter around totalling our car. My daughter had injuries from the impact that required months of rehab. A mutual friend referred me to David Willia...ms and we began a dialog about the event. Months later David handled the settlement and we were all pleased with the outcome. Very professional and detail oriented. David handled our case with great care and methodology. I highly recommend him and his practice.

Posted by Nicole | January 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent Attorney!!

I was referred to David after I was hit by a car back in June of 2016. My case was difficult because it was an uninsured taxi company that hit me. For the first year and a half after my accident I had a different attorney but he set my case aside and basically told me it was a lost cause. David was d...etermined to win my case and he did within only half the time of my first attorney. David is friendly, personable, good at communicating, and a very hard worker. I strongly recommend David!!

Posted by Scott | March 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

1/2 star if possible.....

I hired him. Communication was difficult at best. He worked out a settlement with employer's attorney for monthly payments rather than the lump I was expecting; the payments take forever to get to me. My experience was frustrating, difficult and I should have sought someone else.

David Williams

Replied last March 20, 2018

I am sorry to read about your dissatisfaction. Even though this was your 15th filed worker's compensation claim, I took a chance on you because I believed your story and thought you were a good guy. It is always tough when employer's fail to carry worker's compensation coverage, like yours. This means the employer, in this case a very small business, has to pay the claim out of pocket. There are no winners when an employer breaks the law like that. I understand your dissatisfaction and am hear to help out in any way possible.

Posted by Melissa H. | March 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fought Hard For My Case

I was in my friend's car going out to eat when we swerved to avoid a pothole but struck another vehicle head on. I was injured and went directly to the hospital. A police report was made and I hired a lawyer. The insurance company denied the claim and believed the accident was a fraud. My old law...yer did not want to file a lawsuit to fight the denial so I hired Mr. Williams, who filed a lawsuit and fought the case for 2 years. The insurance company eventually settled for its policy limit before trial. I had scars on my knees and chest from the accident and was compensated for these, my medical bills and pain and suffering. It took nearly 3 years from the date of the accident to win my case but I was very happy with Mr. Williams' effort and the final result. He also returned my phone calls unlike my old lawyer.

David Williams

Replied last March 20, 2018

It always feels good to fight for what's right and win. I am glad I could help you out, Melissa.

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David Andrew Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brett Clancy

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Good lawyer, good litigator, good person. If I was injured and needed representation, I would want David to represent me. That is probably the best endorsement I can give."

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Joseph Vietri

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a caring, personable and intelligent lawyer that achieves phenomenal results through his rigorous work ethic. I strongly endorse David!"

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Steven Parise

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred friends and family to David with great success. What's most important to me is that I have always receive good feedback from those people that I referred. I continue to recommend his services."

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Jon Adler

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Every time I refer a case to David Williams, the client always walks away satisfied with his work. He is very knowledgeable in the fields of personal injury and workers compensation. I strongly endorse him."

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Marc Gugliuzza

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David Williams cares about his clients and their cases. I have known him for many years and he consistently obtains outstanding results for his clients. I am happy to refer him to my own clients and friends."

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Troy Radunsky

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"David is a lawyers lawyer. He has always been civil, professional, and reasonable. He is a seasoned and aggressive advocate for his clients both in and out of the courtroom. It's obvious David enjoys working under pressure and finding creative solutions to complex problems. I would recommend him to anyone seeking to retain a personal injury attorney."

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Aaron Bryant

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Dave Williams is an attorney I respect and look up to. I have have gone to him numerous to times looking for creative ways to handle personal injury matters. He has consistently given me great ideas and is a loyal friend and colleague."

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Judson Graham

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David for many years now and I have had the pleasure of working out of the same office for a number of years. David is extremely thorough, responsive, engaged, and proactive for his clients. He is a skilled, passionate advocate."

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Michael Alvarado

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a very thorough, professional and hard working attorney. I refer David all of my personal injury, workman compensation and accident cases. All of my referrals have not only have great things to say about working with David, but have had great results. I absolutely endorse David."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

"10 Best" Attorneys for Illinois, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Dean's List Academic Honors, DePaul University

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Partner, Balke & Williams

2007 - 2011

Associate, The Hunt Law Group

2006 - 2007

Law Clerk, The Hunt Law Group

2004 - 2006

Law Clerk, Sneckenberg, Thompson & Brody, LLP

2003 - 2003

Investigator, Federal Public Defender Service

Associations

2012 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2011 - Present

Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Volunteer Panel Attorney

2007 - Present

Chicago Bar Association, Judicial Evaluation Committee

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Palmer v. Carranza

Settled

Harris v. Murphy & Miller

Settled

Powell v. City of Chicago, et al.

Settled

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Education

2007

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2003

Miami University of Ohio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1999

St. Viator High School

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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