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John D. Risvold
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About John
Biography
I am a trial lawyer and equity partner at Collins Law Group, P.C. in Naperville. My practice is devoted to catastrophic injury and wrongful death, with a focus on trucking and commercial vehicle crashes, brain and spine injuries, and medical malpractice. I have tried cases to verdict in Illinois and handled serious injury matters across the country.
I came to this work from the defense side. Before joining Collins Law Group, I defended multinational corporations and insurance carriers in multimillion dollar litigation. I sat in their strategy meetings. I know how they evaluate cases, how they delay, and what makes them pay. I left that work because I could not keep working against the people I wanted to help. Everything I learned from the defense now belongs to my clients.
My results for clients include:
- A seven-figure jury verdict in a wrongful death case
- A $1.6 million jury verdict for a client who suffered a spinal injury
- Numerous seven-figure settlements in trucking, commercial vehicle, and catastrophic injury cases
Collins Law Group's verdicts and settlements include results in the seven, eight, and nine-figure range, among the largest in Illinois history.
I was inducted into the Order of the Barristers, a national honor limited to the top trial advocates in each law school graduating class, and I am active in organizations that fight to keep the courthouse doors open for injured people, including the American Association for Justice, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, and the Chicago Bar Association.
I am also a first-generation lawyer. Nobody handed me this career, and I treat every client's case like it is the only one that matters, because to them, it is.
From our office in Naperville, I handle cases in Chicago, the suburbs, and throughout Illinois and the Midwest, and I serve as trial counsel for referring attorneys nationwide.
I represent people whose lives have been changed by catastrophic injury. I handle trucking and commercial vehicle crashes, brain and spine injuries, medical malpractice and wrongful death. These are the only cases I take, because they are the cases that demand a trial lawyer.
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 13 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 13 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Collins Law Group, P.C.
Mobile
1770 Park Street, Suite 200, Naperville, IL, 60563
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Online Presence
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John D. Risvold's Reviews
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8 Client Reviews
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Posted by Max | December 07, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
LLC Formation
John reviewed and assisted in creating the documents necessary for the formation of my personal LLC and subsequent contracts for clients. His timeliness was near-real time and I have full confidence I am both protected from (as much) liability as legally allowed and set up 100% with state and federa...
Posted by Scott | December 06, 2015 | Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Practical, honestly attorney
I've consulted John on numerous occasions during the process of starting my business. His vast business and legal knowledge has made the entire process painless. He's been helpful in my understanding of the LLC distinction and legal rights as a business owner. Highly recommended!
Posted by Kyle | December 06, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Legal counsel and friend for 4+ years
I have many college friends and a few family members who went on to be lawyers but John has been my most reliable and consistent resource. From low level issues like a parking ticket to discussing a company's HR position during negotiations, I've always been able to reach John to obtain reliable inf...
John D. Risvold's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is a rising star. He deeply cares about his clients and works tirelessly to get them what they deserve. I know he goes out of his way to stay up to date on the latest strategies in personal injury and is a trusted colleague. I highly recommend that your hire him if you have been injured."
"John is a phenomenal attorney. I have referred several people his way and have heard exceptional feedback. He genuinely cares about his clients and diligently works to get great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an amazing attorney and person. He is always willing to go out of his way to help a fellow human. He is passionate and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend John!"
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Apr 11
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"John has a commanding and personable courtroom presence. He is dynamic and engaging, but, more importantly, he's a problem solver. John offers his clients practical, realistic solutions and provides excellent client service. Great lawyer with a great personality!"
"John and I were classmates at the University of Missouri School of Law. He is passionate, intelligent, and committed to his craft. I highly recommend John in all aspects of his legal practice."
"A great lawyer is one that will listen to your problems and find the best solution. John does both for his clients. He will fight to protect his clients inside and outside of the courtroom, and never back down from a challenge. I have known John for almost 16 years as both an adversary and friend. You will not find someone that is more caring, hardworking and honest than John."
"John is an excellent lawyer who gives each of his clients the professional and personal attention required to obtain great results for those he represents. His tireless work ethic and his history of successes have earned the respect of the legal community. I highly recommend John."
"I have known John Risvold since law school. John is a sharp, honest, and zealous litigator with a particularly developed acumen in product liability, personal injury and environmental litigation."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2017
40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers
2012
Order of Barristers, University of Missouri School of Law
2012
Excellence in Trial Practice, CALI Excellence for the Future Awards
2011
R. David Ray Award for Excellence in Trial Advocacy, University of Missouri School of Law
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Partner/Owner, Collins Law Group, P.C.
2017 - 2026
Partner, The Collins Law Firm, P.C.
2014 - 2016
Associate, Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney, Ltd.
2012 - 2014
Associate, Chilton Yambert & Porter, LLP
2010 - 2012
Law Clerk, Oliver Walker Wilson LLP
Associations
2017 - Present
Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionDirector
2016 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2016 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
Missouri BarMember
2012 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionSpecial Project Coordinator
Sample of Legal Cases
$200,000 Policy Limits Settlement
$200,000 Policy Limits Settlement
$1,000,000 Settlement
Favorable Settlement for Client
Confidential Six Figure Settlement
Confidential Seven Figure Settlement
$1,100,000
$1,100,000
Education
2012
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
2017
2017
2016
2016
2016
Publications
2018
2017
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2017
2016
2016
2016
2015
2015
2015
2014
2014
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
I tripped on an electrical cord from the vacuum at my local CVS store do I need to get an attorney ?
29 Jan 2017
Can I curse out the judge?
15 Jan 2016
Injured on a Airplane
29 Jul 2013
Legal Guides
Meeting With Your Attorney
11 Jan 2017
Meeting With Your Attorney
04 Dec 2015
What To Do In An Auto Accident
04 Dec 2015