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Biography
Experienced Personal Injury Attorney | Super Lawyers Rising Star | Top Rated Naperville Personal Injury Lawyer by Thomson Reuters | 10/10 Rating on Avvo | Client Choice Award on Avvo
Mr. Crannell has experience representing clients with regard to motor vehicle accidents, truck accidents, premises liability, product liability, medical malpractice, nursing home negligence, and any other case where another's negligence resulted in injury. He has represented clients in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Will, DeKalb, and Kendall counties.
Mr. Crannell's practice is focused on only represented injury victims. This is all we do, all day, every day.
Jonathan lives in Naperville with his wife, a language arts teacher at a local junior high school. Having grown up in Naperville and now raising a family of his own there, Jonathan feels a strong connection to the community he serves. He is a member of the DuPage County Bar Association, Will County Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association.
We'll have your back from the very beginning, and you'll know it.
Practice Areas
11
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
90%
Animal and Dog Bites
1%
Brain Injury
1%
Car Accident
1%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Awards
2017
2013
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 16 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
The Crannell Law Group, LLC
(630) 755-4658
Fax
(630) 995-9607
Mobile
55 Shuman Blvd., Suite 525, Naperville, IL, 60563
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Showing 11 - 13 of 13 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by Laurence | October 10, 2013
Jonathan P. Crannell
Jonathan was professional, helpful, reliable, and patient (I had made a few blunders and he took the time to explain to me exactly where I mad my mistake) I can't say enough about how great he was.
Posted by Brian | September 13, 2013
Outstanding Lawyer
Jon was great throughout the entire process. He kept me informed, was on target with dates and most of all he fought hard for me, explaining his strategy throughout the process. He made me feel comfortable and at ease. His paperwork was impeccable and clear to understand. I would select Jon again ...
Posted by Ashley | September 10, 2013
Personal Injury Review
Jon helped me through what could have been a very stressful time. He was patient, thorough and, in working through him, I didn't have to worry about a thing. Being unfamiliar with the process, he took the time to walk me through every step to make me feel comfortable and proved his abilities with a s...
Jonathan Paul Crannell's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Jon and his firm are very knowledgeable about personal injury and workers' compensation matters, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to clients, friends and family in need of assistance in those areas. He exhibits a high degree of integrity and is extremely well-respected in the community."
Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
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"I have known Jonathan Crannell for over 15 years now. He is extremely organized, articulate, intelligent, and dedicated. He is quickly making a name for himself in the personal injury/workers comp field in the area. I would recommend him to anyone!"
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"I endorse Jonathan. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I really can't say enough good things about Jon and his law firm. There have been several cases that we have worked on together to progress toward resolution. I also am comfortable and confident to know that Jon is only a phone call away and always willing to lend a hand in one of my cases, whether it is to cover a court appearance or host a deposition (except for the one time when his wife was in labor with their twin baby girls). I trust and admire his integrity and ability and would not hesitate to recommend his services."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2019
10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Dean's List, Chicago Kent College of Law
2008
Dean's List, Chicago Kent College of Law
2007
Dean's List, Chicago Kent College of Law
Work Experience
2013 - 2025
Partner, Marker & Crannell
2010 - 2011
Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Jonathan Crannell
2007 - 2010
Senior Law Clerk / Attorney, Miroballi, Durkin & Rudin
2006 - 2007
Law Review Publication Assistant, Chicago Kent College of Law
Associations
2009 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Will County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
DuPage County Bar Association, Publication BoardMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Bicyclist Hit by Car Turning Left - Wrongful Death
$1,000,000
Waitress Spills Coffee on Customer- 2nd Degree Burns
$1,000,000
Record Verdict - Rear End Collision Results in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
$1,184,000.00
Single Vehicle Crash - Passenger Injured
$1,250,000
Wrongful Death - Wrong Way Driver - Rear Seat Passenger Killed
$1,500,000
Slip and Fall in Movie Theater Bathroom Causes Fractured Patella
$1,150,000
Rear End Collision Causes Plaintiff Chronic Back and Neck Pain - Trial Verdict
$806,000
Jane Doe v. Driver
$100,000.00
Jane Doe v. Property Owner
Settled: $190,000.00
Jane Doe v. Premises Owner
Settled for $150,000.00
Jane Doe v. Driver
Settled for $78,000.00
Education
2009
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
J.D.
2006
Miami University of Ohio
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2025
Case Analysis
Toma v. Custom Landscaping
2022
Case Analysis
Case Analysis - Jury Verdict in Jafri v. VanProoyen
Publications
2012
2011
DuPage County Bar Association Brief
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Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Jonathan earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Legal Answers
Q&A
In personal injury case, how long can one ask to postpone the jury trial date?
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