Attorney Kelly Q. Bennett has been a trial lawyer in Illinois since 1998. Since that time, he has concentrated his practice primarily in two areas of law: Representing those charged with criminal activity and reprsenting those who have been seriously injured.
He also believes in the integrity of our legal system. In his criminal practice, Mr. Bennett has successfully defended countless individuals facing significant jail time and has secured multiple not guilty verdicts.
Mr. Bennett has also successfully prosecuted personal injury claims on behalf of his clients since 1998. Through negotiated settlements and verdicts after trial, Mr. Bennett has secured millions of dollars for his clients, to help ease the burden of their injuries. Mr. Bennett has a passion for representing the negligently injured.
Practice areas
Regardless of the type of criminal charge you are presently facing, Kelly Q. Bennett has the skill, talent, and tenacity to successfully defend the case on your behalf. With years of experience defending criminal charges, every case is given the necessary time and attention in order to obtain the best possible outcome for you. If you or someone you know has been charged with a criminal offense, trust Kelly Q. Bennett to provide the best representation possible.
22 years
Suffering a Personal Injury can be a life-changing event with the potential to devastate a person's health and earning potential, so retaining an experienced Personal Injury lawyer is very important. The right Personal Injury attorney can properly protect your rights as a victim of someone else's negligence and ensure you and your family are fairly compensated. Kelly Bennett has the experience required to skillfully assist you and your family after an injury.
22 years
Languages spoken
Russian, English
Bennett Law Offices
1444 N. Farnsworth Ave
Suite 117
Aurora, IL, 60505
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1998 | 12/06/2020 |
Legal answers | 67 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Bennett Law Offices | 2004 - Present |
Attorney | Ciardelli and Cummings | 1998 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2014 - Present |
Kane County Bar Association | Member | 2004 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2003 - Present |
DuPage County Bar Association, Criminal Defense Section | Chair | 2011 - 2013 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Corporation, Securities & Business Law Forum (ISBA) | A New Horizon: Regulating Securities on the Internet | 1997 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology | JD - Juris Doctor | 1998 |
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1994 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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DuPage County Bar Association, CLE Committee | Jury Selection | 2013 |
DuPage County Bar Association, CLE Committee | Defending A Monster - John Wayne Gacy presented by Judge Sam Amarante | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State of Illinois v. J.K. 08 CR 22211 | Not Guilty |
State of Illinois v. S.H., 10 CM 2746: | Not Guilty |
State of Illinois v. L.G., 07 CF 2731 | Not Guilt of class X felony |
State of Illinois v. C.A., 09 CM 723: | Not Guilty |
State of Illinois v. A.H., 10 CM 2745 | All charges dismissed |
In re matter of RG | Policy settlement |
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In re matter of KW | Settled - $300,000 |
In re matter of BP | Settled - $225,000 |
In re matter of DR | Settled - Policy limits |
In re matter of AP | Policy Settlement |
1st Med, 04 L 7187 | judgment - $13,281,850.03 |
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Ned Khan, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 4, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have know Kelly for many years and I refer all my worker's compensation cases to him as I know he is a tremendous advocate for his clients.
Shannon Stevens, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 25, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Kelly for over ten years and find him to be caring, professional and knowledgable. I am comfortable referring him to anyone that is looking for a criminal defense attorney or personal injury attorney.
Kelly Bennett is a personable, highly skilled and effective advocate for his clients. I endorse Kelly Bennett.
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