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John Spyros Fotopoulos

Workers compensation Attorney at Orland Park, IL

5.0   25 reviews
  • Licensed for 23 years
    State IL
    Acquired 2000
    Status
    Active and Authorized to Practice Law No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About John

Learn John’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    25%
    Assault, Battery, Felonies, Juvenile Crimes, Misdemeanor Crimes, Sexual Assault, Violent Crimes, Weapons Crimes

    23 years

  2. DUI and DWI
    25%
    Repeat DUI, Felony DUI

    23 years

  3. Personal injury
    25%
    Car Accidents, Truck Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Catastrophic Injuries, Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect, Slip and Fall, Nursing Home Wrongful Death, Camp Lejeune Contaminated Water Lawsuit, Clergy Sexual Abuse,

    23 years

  4. Workers compensation
    25%

    23 years

John S. Fotopoulos, a retired judge in the Circuit Court of Cook County, established his own law firm where he handles personal injury, dui defense, workers compensation and criminal defense. Attorney Fotopoulos helps clients pursue compensation for car accidents, repeat DUI, felony and misdemeanor crimes, medical malpractice and more. Operating from three office locations in Illinois (Orland Park, Joliet, and Glen Ellyn), he extends his legal services to individuals with cases spanning Cook, DuPage, Kankakee, Champaign, and Will counties. His practice thrives on a dynamic approach, offering clients comprehensive protection and guidance during legal battles. Call his office today to schedule a consultation with the knowledgable Orland Park attorney. 

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Fotopoulos Law Office
14496 John Humphrey Drive
#101
Orland Park, IL, 60462
Fotopoulos Law Office
58 N. Chicago Street
7th Floor
Joliet, IL, 60432
Fotopoulos Law Office
519 N. Main Street
Unit 1BN
Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
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Reviews

5.0 / 5.0
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Posted by Jason | October 18, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Hire this man
John is excellent legal representation. If you want to win, hire this man. He's slicker than a toad's bottom.
Posted by Edwin | February 19, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Fantastic outcome and experience
I hired John to represent me in my DUI case and was more then pleased with the experience and outcome. He is friendly to work with and helps you throughout the whole process. He won my case and got me off with reduced charges.
Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Job well done.
I hired John to help me out with some legal issues. He did a great job and answered all my questions.
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Gets the job done
We hired Mr. Fotopoulos to represent a family member who was under investigation by local police. After contacting the office on a weekend, we were quickly able to chat with a member of his staff to explain our situation. John got in touch with us by the next morning and helped us through a very difficult situation. He was very forthcoming and told us exactly what to expect. I hope I never need another criminal defense attorney, but if I ever do, I would trust Mr. Fotopoulos to represent me.
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Posted by Cynthia | April 27, 2016
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding Legal Counsel
If you are looking for experienced, Top Notch legal representation John is your man. John will fight for you and make sure that you are vindicated. Knowing that John was on my case gave me the piece of mind I needed. Extremely knowledgable and Precise. He is as good as they get!
Posted by Kelly | October 8, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Gets the job DONE
John is extremely professional, intelligent, and well respected by his peers. I am impressed with his vast knowledge, his eagerness to learn = WIN, and the staff he has as his base. John has a nonsense attitude which I appreciate when it comes to my legal matters. Simply put, John Fotopoulos gets the job done...right!
Posted by Ken | October 7, 2015
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Outstanding attorney
i have dealt with this attorney in the past professionally and personally and can not say enough in reference to his professionalism. John goes above and beyond toinsure all proper investigation is done to insure that he leaves no stone unturned for the best of his clients. If an individual is in need of top notch quality professional representation second to none this is the attorney for you. John puts in a tireless effort to insure quality representation and I have referred clients to him in the past with the knowledge and satisfaction of having the best interest if the client.
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Posted by Alex | October 6, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great lawyer!
John helped me in a case in which I was injured by a negligent motorist. He got the outcome that I was looking for, which was a tremendous relief after a stressful experience.
Posted by anonymous | October 6, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best attorney in town
Very professional. Got the job done!!! Had hired two attorneys before John to help me settle a case and they failed me. John resolved my case within 2 weeks. I highly recommend John he is very knowledgeable and very affordable.
Posted by Ioannis T. | October 5, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
We highly endorse John Fotopoulos. From our very first meeting until the conclusion of our matter John was totally professional, consistently responsive and provided us with sound advice. John not only met our expectations- he exceeded them. Prospective clients would be extremely well served to have John Fotopoulos represent them. I cannot say enough good and positive things about my experiences with John and would highly recommend him to anyone!Thank you John for doing a great job. We are very happy with the settlement and we would recommend you to everyone we care about.
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Posted by Raul | October 4, 2015
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| Hired Attorney
Awesome Attorney
I've known John now for about ten years and I have never been disappointed. I have introduced him to family and friends with great confidence. He is an awesome attorney.
Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
JOHN FOTOPOULOS
John is the ultimate professional. I have used John on a couple of different occasions and was very impressed with dedication, persistence to win and willingness to communicate with me any time I had a question. He is without a doubt one of the best attorneys I have ever met. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
Posted by Bill | October 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
When your looking for the best.
John and his staff were amazing!! We had no idea that we would be so pleased with the outcome of our case. John went above and beyond to help us. Couldn't ask for a more knowledgeable and professional attorney. Thanks for all your help.
Posted by Nick Cinquepalmi/ President Landmark Flooring | October 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Happy Client!!
I have utilized John's services for multiple issues throughout the years. John's firm is always responsive, attentive, and understanding to my specific needs. Highly recommend!!
Posted by Frank | October 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
As good as it gets
I have used John in a few traffic cases in the past. He always was in the good of my interest & got me fair justice. I have sent many clients to him also, whom all had great experiences. Fotopoulos is your guy if you need a great lawyer.
Posted by Warren | October 4, 2015
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
John Fotopoulos
Have consulted with John on several occasions in regards to different issues, has always given sound legal advice. Will definitely utilize his services of the need arises.
Posted by Taki. | October 4, 2015
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great Attorney.
John is a great attorney. I hired him about 10 times in the last 5 years. I have never lost a case. I would recommend him to everybody. He is very patient and will answer all your questions and will give you the real deal. He is fantastic.
Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2014
He's good and good at what he does
I never in my life would think I had to go to court for something I was involved in. My family had John before and recommend that I see him. Boy was that great choice I made. John took care of everything for me. He treated if was like if was my big brother. He 100% made sure that everything was looked on and was my line of defense when came to court day. Thanks John for helping me out. You are the best!!
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Posted by Ken | October 23, 2014
Extremely pleased.
I couldn't of hoped for a better outcome then what John provided. He was compassionate and understanding of my situation. If I was a prosecutor I wouldn't want him in my court room. Watching how well he defended me subdued my anxieties. I picked the right guy. John exceeded my expectations. I would use John again.
Posted by Cory | October 22, 2014
A great lawyer
John has been my lawyer for more than 3 years I don't know what I would do without him. He is great at what he does and he gets the job done! He takes his cases very seriously and cares for his clients. I would never trust anyone else to help me with my family case.
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Cost

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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Fotopoulos Law Office - Division of KJS
  • 2018 - Present
  • Judge
  • Cook County Circuit Court
  • 2017 - 2018
  • Trial Attorney
  • Law Office of John S. Fotopoulos, P.C.
  • 2000 - 2017

Education

  • John Marshall Law School, Chicago
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2000
  • University of Illinois, Chicago
  • Bachelors
  • 1992

Legal Cases

  • State v. John Z.
  • Not guilty on all counts
  • James Ryan v. Fox News and Better Government Association
  • Affirmed
  • State v. Contreas
  • Jury found client not guilty.
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Associations

  • Hellenic Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • City Club of Chicago
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Cook County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2014 - Present
  • Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • National Rifle Association
  • Member
  • 2009 - Present
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • John Marshall Alumni Association
  • Member
  • 2000 - Present
  • Will County Bar Association
  • N/A
  • John Marshall Law School
  • New attorney mentor
  • 2012 - 2013
  • Southwest Bar Association
  • Board Member
  • 2003 - 2004
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2023
  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2022
  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2021
  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2020
  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2019
  • Elite Lawyer
  • Elite Lawyer
  • 2018
  • 10 Best Client Satisfaction
  • American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2015
  • 10 Best for Client Satisfaction
  • American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
  • 2015
  • "10 Best" DUI/DWI Attorneys for Client Satisfaction in Illinois
  • American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
  • 2014
  • Top 10 Attorney Award
  • National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys
  • 2013
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Publications

  • Fotopoulos Law Office
  • Blog
  • 2023

Speaking Engagements

  • Training Seminar for Conceal Carry Requirements
  • Illinois Conceal Carry
  • 2014
  • Robert Morris College
  • Litigation
  • 2008
  • Career Seminar
  • Legal Profession/ Education
  • 2005

Attorney endorsements

Received (59)
Given (157)
Endorse John
Personal injury Attorney | Nov 11
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"John is an excellent attorney. I send all my PI clients to him. I know they are in good hands with John."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"John Fotopoulos is an attorney that I happily endorse, as an upstanding member of the legal community and a strong advocate for clients."
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"John Fotopoulos is a top notch attorney who is well respected by the entire legal community. This is an attorney that I would trust my family members and closest friends to, and whom I proudly endorse!"
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"John Fotopoulos is a great lawyer with formidable legal skills; strongly liked and respected by the lawyers and judges in the legal community. This is an attorney that I absolutely endorse!"
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 22
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Oct 18
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"I endorse this lawyer. John is highly knowledgeable and always professional."
Criminal defense Attorney | Aug 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Mr. Fotopoulos. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Jul 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Unknown Attorney | Feb 27
Relationship: Other
"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer"
Unknown Attorney | Feb 25
Relationship: Other
"A highly experienced, well-rounded and compassionate attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
Family Attorney | Feb 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
State, local, and municipal law Attorney | Feb 12
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"John is very aggressive on behalf of his clients. I used to live and practice in Orland Park before moving to Tampa in 2005. I would endorse John because he is not afraid to take on difficult cases."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jan 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Personal injury Attorney | Dec 31
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 28
Relationship: Other
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Based on John's AVVO responses he is clearly knowledgeable, and a very skilled attorney. I endorse John."
Personal injury Attorney | May 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
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