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Christopher William Holwell

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Avvo Rating8.3
  • Chicago, IL
  • Licensed for 18 years
  • Free consultation
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About Christopher

Christopher's interest in the law began before attending law school. Christopher grew up in Bridgeview/Oak Lawn and attended Oak Lawn Community High School.(1991) After attending college at the University of Illinois at Chicago (1996), Christopher worked for Farmers Insurance Group as an injury claims adjustor and later, a senior claims adjustor.  After graduating from John Marshall Law School (2002), he worked as an insurance defense and divorce trial attorney.  In 2008, Christopher moved exclusively to a personal injury practice, involving car accidents, slip and fall injuries and civil rights violations.  Since 2011, Mr. Holwell's practice focused on divorce. Christopher is married to Lauren and has 3 children.

Practice areas

Divorce and separation
  1. Divorce and separation: 100%

    Divorce, support, support litigation .

    18 years

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

20 N. Clark Street
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Holwell Law Group, LLC

20 N. Clark Street
Suite 3300
Chicago, IL, 60602

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law200212/06/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers232
Legal guides1
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyHolwell Law Group, LLC2011 - Present
PartnerSantilli Law Group2008 - 2011
Trial AttorneyLaw Offices of Laura A. Holwell2004 - 2008
AttorneyMacey, Chern & Diab2003 - 2004
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
United States Supreme Court BarAttorney Member2015 - Present
Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of IllinoisAttorney Member2014 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember2011 - Present
Norther District of Illinois BarAttorney Member2002 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member2011 - 2014
American Bar AssociationAffiliate Member2002 - 2006
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Office GuideWhat Insurance Companies Know and So Should You!2012
Legal Helpers Law BlogBankruptcy, Now What?2004
Legal Helpers Law BlogChapter 7 Bankruptcy and Your Credit1998
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
John Marshall Law School, ChicagoJD - Juris Doctor2002
University of Illinois, ChicagoBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Quarterly Adjustors meetingIssues ripe for Declaratory Judgment2016
Holwell Law GroupPre-marital Agreements and Asset Allocation2015
SeminarPost-Bankruptcy Credit2004
Farmer Insurance GroupClaim Fraud Indicators1998
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Universal v. Naglak, et al.Finding in favor of our Plaintiff
KAI Advantage Ins. v. Krystal Hastings, et alFinding in favor of our Plaintiff
Daniel Erhardt v. Michael DelaneyPolicy Paid to Plaintiff
Shah, et al v. Michael EpleyPolicy limits to our Plaintiff
Kirk v. BadeschSettlement for our Planitiff
KAI Advantage Ins. v. Francisco AlvarezFind for our Plaintiff
Gilberts v. Famous Freddy's, LLCFor Plaintiff; confidential settlement award
Unique Insurance Company v. Tiyon Tyson, et al.Trial Verdict for Plaintiff (Unique)

Reviews

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Rob Schulz Divorce

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I was very happy with Mr. Holwells representation during a very difficult time.
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Dan

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Chris was a great lawyer. He handled my case in a very timely manner and helped get me the most money he could for my injury. He made the process very easy in this diffucult time.
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Divorce Attorney

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I retained Christopher Holwell's office for my divorce. I was referred to his office from a friend that used him for another matter. From the start, he never judged my situation. My divorce was a fight but he got me thru it. He was very aggressive in court during a hearing and I think it helped get my case resolved!Thank you again!
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Real estate closing

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Chris was very helpful and kept me informed during the process of my 2 real estate closings. He is very thorough! Lauren G.

Great support!

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I was in an auto accident while 8 months pregnant and had to be hospitalized as a result. Mr. Holwell took the time to explain my rights, how the whole process works and obtained a wonderful settlement for me. Thank you again! Erin K.

Attorney endorsements

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Michael Goldberg, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 12, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Christopher Holwell is exceptional at family law issues and will be a tenacious advocate for clients. I highly endorse him.

Chris Brockman, Appeals Attorney on Nov 20, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I highly recommend Mr. Holwell. I worked against him as opposing counsel on an appeal case. It is not too often that working with opposing counsel is pleasurable experience. He was always respectful and timely.

Jared Duggan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Chris is one the best lawyers I know. I would highly recommend him to anyone searching for a lawyer they can trust and count on to win!

Timothy Somen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 6, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Chris Holwell is my colleague and go-to referral for all matters divorce. He is thorough, aggressive and highly respected by his peers and adversaries. If you want effective representation in divorce, custody, child support or related matters Mr. Holwell is an excellent choice and will provide you with the representation you deserve.

Kimberly Anderson, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Chris was fair, but also aggressively was able to secure more money for his client than what the court initially proposed. Would recommend this attorney

Laura Holwell, Litigation Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
Relationship: Family member

Fearless and knowledgeable, Chris has my endorsement.

Nichole Capraro, Insurance Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer.

Susan Sherman, Litigation Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Christopher is an excellent lawyer. He has a great reputation with both lawyers and judges. I highly recommend him.

Gina Colaluca, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse Chris because he is an excellent litigator. He is tenacious, knowledgeable, and works hard for his clients, all while maintaining a high level of professionalism and respect for his fellow attorneys.

Alexandra Martinez, Family Attorney on Dec 11, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Sarah Zigulich

Chris is a very thorough and effective attorney.

Kelly Llorens, Litigation Attorney on Dec 10, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

Scott Tzinberg, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Chris is an excellent attorney and someone you should be confident with representing you in and out of Court.

Nicholas Drury, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 16, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

Chris was very professional while defending his client. He made some great strategic decisions at the arbitration of this matter which eventually led to an amicable settlement.

William Ransom, Litigation Attorney on Jan 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Mr. Holwell is a fine attorney who works hard for his clients, with knowledge, passion and tenacity. Each time I have had the pleasure to work with him, I have greatly benefitted. I endorse Mr. Holwell without reservation.

Nathalie Silva, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse Chris because he has years of experience in this area - he is competent, efficient and knowledgeable. I would trust him to represent me, or my loved ones, in a personal injury case, if the need arose.

Cost

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  • Hourly Rates$250-$350/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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