Ehsan Eftekhari

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Ehsan Eftekhari

4.9
106 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Evanston, IL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Medical Malpractice ... +4 more

701 Main St., Suite 203, Evanston, IL

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About Ehsan

Biography

Dedicated Legal Attention. Experienced, Compassionate, and Ready to Fight for You. Call Today.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

If you've been injured, you'll need a dedicated, experienced Attorney. Call Attorney Eftekhari for the legal representation you deserve.

27 years

30%
Workers Compensation 30%

Workplace injuries can have devastating consequences. According to the National Safety Council, a worker receives an on-the-job injury every seven seconds. That amounts to more than 88,000 per week. Don't wait, call Attorney Eftekhari today.

27 years

30%
Medical Malpractice 10%

27 years

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

27 years

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

27 years

10%
Animal and Dog Bites 5%

27 years

5%
Slip and Fall Accident 5%

27 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 120 minutes

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2023 2022
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Eftekhari Law Offices, LLC

701 Main St., Suite 203, Evanston, IL, 60202

eftekharilaw.com/

Eftekhari Law Offices

701 Main St., Suite 203, Evanston, IL, 60202

eftekharilaw.com/

Ehsan Eftekhari's Reviews

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Posted by Joseph | October 10, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes

great lawyer

Mr. Eftekhari, has to be one the top lawyers in chicagoland, he knows what hes doing and does it well, throughout my case he kept me informed about everything going on, got the case settled, & made sure i received what i deserved, id highly recommend him to anyone i know in need of legal aid.

Posted by Kim | October 07, 2010 | Workers Compensation

Great attorney

I first met him concerning a on the job injury. He was uanable to help however, he directed me to someone who could. I then consulted him about a injury concerning my mother and he was able to help us. I also used him to help with my case against CTA. He's very knowlegable concerning their time frame...s and deadlines which is very helpful when dealing with such a huge company. He was able to get me a nice settlement and he kept me well inform. He's still fighting for my mother but I know he will do what ever it takes to win that case also.

Posted by Dave | July 14, 2010 | Personal Injury

Client Review for Ehsan Eftekhari

Mr. Eftekhari successfully represented me in a personal injury case. The accident occurred while I was traveling in Chicago and away from my home in San Francisco. There were several referrals before it came about that Ehsan would be my lawyer. Things like this take a great deal of time to resolve... and I was impressed how he kept me informed throughout the entire process. He explained the justification for recommendations he made to me and all the while treated me as a fellow professional and showed respect for me as a client. Once the case was completed, Ehsan walked me through my options, taking time to explain some of the intricacies of the settlement. I honestly felt I had a friend representing me and it made the process very assuring.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2009 | Personal Injury

Reputable Lawyer!!!

I had the opportunity to have Ehsan Eftekhari represent my case from a car accident. I am a social worker in my late 20's, I was involved in an accident which lead to surgery on my wrist and many months of occupational therapy. After approximately two years of physical therapy, I have chronic low b...ack pain. While my injuries are much improved, I don't think my back will ever be the same, and I am only 28! Ehsan proved to be an all around excellent representative. Initially, he spent many hours to talk with me and become well versed about my case. Ehsan communicated with me frequently by email or phone. He is technologically advanced. He was quite flexible to meet at my convenience. One of his most important attributes is that he has great ability to discuss issues about my case in language that I could understand! He spent time on the phone with me discussing various situations and the possibilities involved. He always provided thorough explanations. Ehsan is easy to talk to and yet always professional. Ehsan provided me with knowledge and comfort before appearing in front of the judge and at my deposition. His office in Evanston is inviting. The parking is easy, it is within walking distance to the train and the street has great shops! I should also mention the he worked to get me a great settlement without going to trial!! I would recommend his legal services to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | April 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Unprofessional

Mr. Eftekhari was the most unprofessional lawyer I have ever worked with. He did not resolve my case in a timely manner, and never updated me of the status of my case. Multiple times, he went over 3 months without communication (I had to initiate) and decided to file MY case with the court rather tha...n settle - without asking me what I wanted to do. Very disappointed and unimpressed.

Ehsan Eftekhari

Replied last April 09, 2021

DEAR ANONYMOUS, I'm the owner of the firm and the person with the most authority. My firm prides itself in providing excellent service to clients. You came to my office with a case that had to be filed immediately because you had waited almost 2 years before discussing your case with any lawyer. You almost blew the statute of limitations. Personal injury cases need to be filed within 2 years or the client will never get money. You hired us one week before the deadline for filing. I had to file your case quickly. I normally don't consult with a client when I file a case like yours, given the deadline was only 7 days away. Once I preserved the statute of limitations by getting your case in court, we were fine and we would go ahead with discovery and depositions. Then oddly enough, I received a letter from you stating that if you didn't receive money from the law suit in 30 days, you'd hire another law firm. I called you and had a meeting with you and discussed the anatomy of a personal injury law suit and how the cases that are in court work. I explained the insurance company tactics to delay paying claims. And I explained to you we had just filed the case, so the litigation was at its inception. Despite all that, you wanted the case dropped if you didn't get your money in 30 days. I never understood your demand with a deadline that's out of lawyer's hands. I needed time to win your case and I had no doubt we would've been successful. What I couldn't do was complying with your 30 day demand for money. Personal injury cases don't work this way. I wish your the best of luck.

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Lawrence Maya

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked together with Ehsan on personal injury cases. Ehsan is very professional, experienced and committed to his clients and achieving the best result possible for their claims."

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John Borcia

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kurosh Hosseini

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Kazemi

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have the pleasure of knowing Mr. Eftekhari on many levels, and have developed tremendous respect for his law related talents as well as his humanity and intelligence. We need more lawyers like Mr. Eftekhari in our professional village."

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Alen Takhsh

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Ehsan Eftekhari on a handful of matters and, quite frankly, it would be a crime for me not to take a few minutes to let fellow attorneys and prospective clients know what a class-act and added-value Ehsan is to the legal profession. Lawyers know what they know and learn what they must. Indeed, that is the least they should (hopefully) do. What sets Ehsan apart, however, is his humanity and ethical DNA. He is ever so cognizant of the human element in each case, often going above and beyond the call of duty to serve as the voice for the voiceless and those who feel intimated by large (and sometimes cruely unreasonable) insurance companies. It is a distinct pleasure to call Ehsan a colleague, because he gives lawyers, such as myself, a good name. I will continue to refer cases to and collaborate with Ehsan on cases, because I know (to quote Allstate, ironically): "They're in Good Hands." Here's to wishing that every lawyer was an Ehsan..."

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C. Bodo

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Ehsan in a high-volume, fast paced plaintiff personal injury firm and Ehsan proved his mettle many times over. Ehsan is an extremely effective advocate on behalf of his clients. He works diligently and is extremely knowledgeable."

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Raphael Strzelecki

Unknown lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I know Mr. Eftekhari to be a hard working and very knowledgeable attorney. He has cultivated a reputation of an attorney who is successful at prevailing at trials and arbitrations. Oftentimes his clients are presented with very favorable settlement offers early on in the process. He is also a fine individual which makes him a pleasure to work with."

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Matthew Willens

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ehsan Eftekhari. He is a tireless worker on behalf of injured victims. The compassion he has for his clients is easy to see. His knowledge of the law is impressive, to say the least. While many people in the personal injury field know the law well, Ehsan is one of the very few who shares his knowledge of the law with his peers. His knowledge of technology is second to none. In fact, if I have a technology question, Ehsan is the first person I turn to. I don't think I am alone in that regard. In summation, you have this lawyer who truly cares about his clients, who is a tireless worker, who knows the law well and who is an ace with the latest technology - what else could an injury victim want in a lawyer? I highly recommend Ehsan Eftekhari."

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Sheldon Aberman

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer’s work. Mr. Eftekhari is a knowledgeable, hard-working, conscientious and thorough plaintiff's personal injury trial attorney. He is both well-liked and well-respected by his colleagues. Mr. Eftekhari exhibits the highest ethical standards. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and is unafraid to take the necessary steps to obtain the most successful results for his clients. He is a credit to our profession."

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Andrew Fink

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ehsan is a hard working lawyer who makes a great effort to get great results for his clients. Ehsan is very intelligent and hard working. He also has great character. On several occasions, he has assisted me with questions of procedure and the law."

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Keith Jacobson

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ehsan is a disciplined and knowledgeable attorney. He is dedicated to his clients and to achieving the best possible results in their cases."

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Gregory Coplan

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Ehsan is diligent in his representation of clients, has advanced knowledge of the use of technology in his practice and in courtroom trial practice, and is wholly committed to his career representing the injured and their families."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Deans List, Loyola University

N/A

Discover Pharmacology, Loyola University

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Attorney & Founder, Eftekhari Law Offices

2001 - 2006

Senior Attorney, Goldstein, Fishman, Bender & Romanoff

Associations

2005 - Present

Cook County Mandatory Arbitration

Arbitrator

2005 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Amicus Curiae Committee

Member

2005 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Medical Negligence Committee

Member

2001 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2002 - 2004

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2000 - 2003

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Innocent Bystander v. Police Officer

$82,000 for victim of police shooting

Alzheimer Patient v. Nursing Home

$1,000,000 settlement for Nursing Home Victim

Worker from Catering Company v. Boat Company

$417,500.00 for Shoulder and Back Injury

4 Year Old Child v. Podiatric Physician

$375,000 settlement against podiatrist

Dentist v. Turning Car

$299,000 for Unoperated Shoulder Injury

Client v. Experimental Node Mapping Therapy

$85,000 against physician

Biker v. Car

$100,000 Policy turned over by State Farm

Elevator Passenger v. Elevator Company

$105,000 for client who was in an elevator acciden

Worker v. Construction Company

$293,000 for worker who was injured at work

Passenger v. Car

$100,000 Policy turned over by State Farm

Expecting Mother v. Hospital & Doctor

$350,000 for loss of 26-week old baby

Customer v. Dollar Store

$245,000 for psycholgical problems from injury

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Education

1999

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD/Masters

Speaking Engagements

2019

Technology and E-Filing

Technology and E-filing

2005

Environmental Management

The benefits of a combined JD and Masters degree

Publications

2019

Illinois Institute For Continuing Legal Education Tort Actions - Chapter 21

2019

Illinois Institute For Continuing Legal Education Liens upon Illinois Tort Actions - Chapter 4

2008

Illinois State Bar Association Administrative Law Newsletter Wills v. Foster and the “reasonable value” approach to the collateral source rule

2007

IICLE Handbook - Chapter 20 Premises Liability: Against Business Owner

2006

Trial Journal (ITLA) Legislative Limits on the Collateral Source Rule in Medical Malpractice Cases

Languages

English

Farsi

Bulgarian

Russian

Spanish

Lithuanian

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