Bryan L. Shell

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Bryan L. Shell

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Joliet, IL
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect ... +5 more

19 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL

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About Bryan

Biography

Focusing on Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury cases, we fight for you!

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 65%

65%
Animal and Dog Bites 5%

5%
Brain Injury 5%

5%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 5%

5%
Personal Injury 5%

5%
Spinal Cord Injury 5%

5%
Trucking Accident 5%

5%
Wrongful Death 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

20%-40%

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 16 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2009

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Block, Klukas, Manzella & Shell, PC

19 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL, 60432-4301

blocklaw.com/bryan-shell

Online Presence

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Bryan L. Shell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Desirae Lowry | October 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Awesome Law Firm

Bryan is a wonderful Lawyer. He has great staff. I've never had a single issue with getting a phone call back, or email. I've been updated on my case as well in a timely manner. I was referred to Bryan from a family member who shared a great experience as well. I would highly recommend this law firm ...to anyone dealing with a worker's compensation claim.

Posted by Tom | November 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney

As a retiring lawyer, I have referred my workers’ compensation cases to this lawyer, even the workers’ compensation of my son. Regardless of the size or complexity of the case, he applies 100 percent dedication. He handles each case personally and does not pass it off to others.

Posted by Sue | June 7, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

At first I was handling all call with the Workers compensation adjuster fora year and a half. All was good.

Going to physical therapy, Shots in my arm. Until the day came when surgery was ordered by my doctor and the workmen's comp doctor also agreed with the first surgery to my elbow and agreed to move onto my shoulder. That when all the calls stopped with the adjuster for 2 months. I consulted with Bryan... and he even tried calling to get things moving before I hired him to be fair. After two weeks and no return calls I hired Bryan to handle the matter. Within no time things where moving and I had my first surgery. Then I moved onto my two surgery's for my shoulder. Workers compensation wanted to deny all of this even though I had three IME from there doctor stating that he agreed with everything my doctor had stated. Bryan took care of it swiftly. Everything was taken care of and the outcome was good. Bryan was fair and honest and made sure all matters where taken care of. I would highly recommend Bryan as Attorney. What I was most impressed with was he did not push a contract for me to sign on the first day I meet with him. He worked for two weeks trying to get Workers compensation to work with me, However they did not and I did hire Bryan and I am thankful that I did.

Posted by anonymous | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney I have EVER had!!!!

For me, I fired my last attorney who never returned his calls and/or I would never be able to get a hold of, but this was not the case with Mr. Shell! He either returned my calls promptly or I was actually able to call his office and speak to him directly, this was HUGE for me! He made me feel comfor...table in all the decisions we made together and I would recommend his services to anyone! He went above and beyond to make sure that I was happy and I have since recommended him to several of my friends. Don't wait, make the call, you will be so glad you did! Thank you Mr. Shell!!

Posted by Janet | January 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hired for my PI case & Workers compensation Case

I made an appointment with Mr. Shell and not only did I get an appointment right away, I felt that he had my best interest within the first ten minutes of our consultation. He made me feel comfortable, explained everything to me in terms that I understood and felt that he could handle both sides of ...my case. He keep in contact with me and let me know of all the updates to my cases. I was very pleased with the outcome and would HIGHLY Recommend him!! Best attorney I have ever dealt with! Thank you Mr. Shell for all your hard work and dedication to me during this difficult time!

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Bryan L. Shell's Lawyer Endorsements

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Arik Hetue

Workers compensation lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this attorney. Bryan is a solid advocate for his clients, and doggedly pursued the best possible outcomes in the cases I had with him."

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Joseph Franco

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse, Mr. Shell. He is a top-notch lawyer in his area of practice and is always sharing his breadth of knowledge with others."

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Benjamin Breslau

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is very capable and responsive."

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Matthew Gorski

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bryan is an excellent work comp attorney. His attention to detail and relationships with his clients set him apart from other attorneys in his industry."

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Christopher Montgomery

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bryan is a hard-working attorney, sharp, and stays on top of his cases, fighting for his clients. If you have an injury from work, or family member who has been hurt, give him a call and see what he can do."

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John Ryan

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katerina Kyros

Workers compensation lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is passionate and dedicated in the representation of his clients and professional to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Attorney of the Year, Corporate Vision

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Block, Klukas, Manzella & Shell, P.C.

2006 - 2008

Loan Officer, Core Financial Group

2005 - 2006

Carpet/Hardwood Installer, Masterpiece Flooring

1997 - 2005

HVAC Installer, E-Z Air, Inc.

Associations

2009 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2009 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

Will County Bar Association

Attorney

2009 - Present

Cook County Bar Association

Attorney

2009 - Present

Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association

Board Member- Young Lawyers Section

Sample of Legal Cases

Martinez v. Group O

Commission awarded surgery authorization

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Education

N/A

Hamline University School of Law

JD

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Midwest Orthopedics at Rush- Illinois Workers' Compensation Cases

Handling a Workers' Compensation Case from a Petitioner's Perspective

Publications

2016

Unknown Don't be the tough guy- 3 ways you can kill your Workers' Compensation case before it begins

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Bryan earned significant contribution points in 2017.

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