Kristin Nicole Barnette

Kristin Nicole Barnette

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 20 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

60 W. Randolph Street, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 20 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2005

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Kralovec, Jambois & Schwartz

60 W. Randolph Street, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60601-1604

Schwartz Injury Law

14496 John Humphrey Dr, Orland Park, IL, 60462

Schwartz Injury Law

360 West Butterfield Road, Suite 300, Elmhurst, IL, 60126

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Kristin Nicole Barnette's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Laura | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Kristin Barnette McCarthy - Best in the Business

After a hit-and-run car accident, Kristin was exactly the advocate I needed. She guided me through every step with clarity, confidence and professionalism, and her negotiation skills were impeccable. Beyond her legal expertise, Kristin genuinely cared about my well-being, which gave me peace of min...d during a very stressful time. If you want an attorney who will fight for you while treating you with respect and compassion, Kristin is the clear choice.

Posted by Georgine | April 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

The Best!

I have to say that I was very fortunate to have Kristin represent me. She went above and beyond to ensure that I was given the money that I deserved from my accident. She was always in communication with me and explained things to me in a manner that was very easy to understand. Even though I had a s...maller case, she always made my case seem important to her. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer!

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Smart, persistent, and kind

Kristin is an incredibly sharp lawyer. She did just a good a job of answering my questions and empathizing with my pain as she did with arguing my case. I was hit by 2 cars while on my bike - one right after the other - and neither driver had insurance. Regardless, she worked my case for some 2 y...ears and ended up getting me a generous settlement. I never thought we'd get anything, and she got us enough money for me to cover my hospital bills, pay back my student loans, and then some. She's trustworthy person, and I'd highly recommend her.

Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

great attention to detail

My attorney was relentless in her efforts to get me the best settlement possible for my injuries with a traumatic brain injury. She contacted everyone involved in a timely manner and continually explained to me what she was doing and why. She went to bat for me when issues came up with a doctor I had... seen and brought that situation to a quick resolution. She listened carefully when I had questions and went out of her way to fully inform me at every turn.

Posted by Desiree | May 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Kristin Barnette excellent attorney

Kristin was diligent in my case. There was nothing she wouldn't do for me. Everytime there seemed to be a roadblock that popped up, she made sure that we got past it. She advised me that it would take awhile for it to complete the case. She was correct. But she always called and kept me up to date. I... didn't feel that she ever put me to the side for other clients. She called me late at night if need be. She's the best lawyer I've ever had the pleasure of working with.

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2014

40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty To Watch 2014, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin

2013

Lawyers with Style, Law Bulletin

Associations

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Women's Bar Association of Illinois

2nd Vice President

2014 - 2016

Women Everywhere Project

Director

2012 - 2016

Women's Bar Foundation of Illinois

Director, Board of Directors

Education

2004

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Iowa

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Damages Seminar

Attacking Defense Arguments

2014

Your Online Reputation

Defining & Defending Yourself in the Public Forum

2013

Soft Tissue Superstars

Cross Examination of a Doctor

2013

Jury Selection Law & Technique Training Seminar

Attorney Coach

Publications

Languages

English

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