Catherine H. Cornell

Catherine H. Cornell

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 23 years

Administrative law Lawyer at Oak Park, IL
Practice Areas: Administrative Law

1101 W. Lake St., Suite 405A, Oak Park, IL

About Catherine

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Administrative Law 100%

The Veterans Practice is dedicated exclusively to helping veterans and their families. The practice mostly handles VA compensation appeals and VA survivors benefits.

15 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

20%-20%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 23 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2002

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Veterans Practice, Ltd.

1101 W. Lake St., Suite 405A, Oak Park, IL, 60301

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Catherine H. Cornell's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sandi | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Appeals

VA Disability Claim

Catherine was the best choice we made to handle our appeal. She made the entire process easy. The outcome was better than we expected. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Serene Counsel

Hiring Catherine as my representative was the best decision I made throughout the VA appeals process. She alleviated any stress and tumult I had by providing expert counsel. Catherine kept me informed on every new update and explained everything in a clear concise manner. Catherine's professionalism ...and attention to detail cannot be overstated enough. To anybody looking for the best attorney look no further. -I.A

Posted by Alex | May 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Good choice

A friend recommend Catherine Cornell to me,we met at her office she was very friendly and very knowledgeable so we talked and she took my case.to start I didn't have no evidence to support my claim.she worked long and hard for over a year.and got me all the evidence I needed.to support my claim and... we won.best decision I ever made.i highly recommend Catherine cornell.

Posted by MV | February 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Diligent & Kind-Hearted

After my first meeting with Catherine I knew I was in the RIGHT place!!! She understands Veterans and their families and cares about them. She asked about my husband, his service, our family etc. She's compassionate, hard-working and truly cares about the work she does. I wholeheartedly recommend... Catherine as your attorney!!!

Posted by Jeanne | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Proficient and Excellent in every way!!

Catherine Cornell’s ‘tag line” reads that she is dedicated exclusively to helping veterans and their families and I can totally attest that this is absolutely true. Ms. Cornell stood with me during the entire appeal process and was completely successful in my being granted benefits from the VA. She... was compassionate, well-versed in her knowledge and kept me in the loop during the entire process. I would totally recommend this attorney in a heart beat. She is the best there is!

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Catherine H. Cornell's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Nabors

Military law lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of having Catherine provide me her expertise on several VA disability cases. Her thorough understanding of the law, practical knowledge of VA processes, and genuine interest in the well being of veterans make her a superb advocate."

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Ben Neiburger

Administrative law lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is the consummate professional. I send her all of my Veteran's Benefits referrals. Her knowledge is deep and professionalism high. In my opinion, you can't go wrong working with her."

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Dawn Weekly

Administrative law lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Catherine works with veterans to help them get service-connected benefits. She is a pro who knows this area of law better than anyone in the area! She is kind, compassionate, and treats her clients with utmost respect. You could not hire a better attorney to help you with your VA matter!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

Lawyer Spotlight, 2Civility

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, The Veterans Practice, Ltd.

Associations

2016 - Present

Veterans Legal Aid Society

Board Member

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

National Organization of Veterans' Advocates

Member

Education

N/A

Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington

JD - Juris Doctor

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St. Olaf College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Missouri, Columbia

MA - Masters

Speaking Engagements

2016

12th Annual Elder Law Short Course

VA Disability Compensation

2014

Elder Law & Medicaid Planning: Everything You Need to Know

VA Disability Benefit Programs

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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