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Katherine A. Cardenas
About Katherine
Biography
Advocating for injured people is the most fulfilling aspect of my career. Oftentimes, the hard work of recovering from an injury or illness is further complicated by mounting medical bills and decresed income. My own mother died as a result of medical negligence when I was a child. I understand firsthand the devasting effects injury or death has on the entire family. At Lucas & Cardenas we help you put your life back together.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
40%
29 years
Car Accident
25%
29 years
Personal Injury
25%
29 years
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
10%
29 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 29 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 18 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Lucas and Cardenas PC
77 W Washington St Ste 900, Chicago, IL, 60602-2801
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Posted by James | May 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excellent Personal Injury lawyer
I retained Katherine for an injury I had which caused severe pain and suffering. She did a superb job and gave me very wise counsel throughout the entire process Best of all she was able to get a very good settlement for our case which was settled before going to a jury trial. I would highly recom...
Katherine A. Cardenas's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Kathy is a very hard worker dedicated to the rights of her clients. I am a defense attorney, and I have seen her tenacity and professionalism on behalf of her clients. An absolute professional. I do not believe that word is always practiced in our business enough. But Kathy exemplifies it. She is tough but realistic. Kathy is very easy to work with/against in a case. She also has a balanced world view on life. As hard as she works, she works just as hard as a mother of her two wonderful children. I think this is important as it gives Kathy a sense of what is important to her and to her clients."
"I have known Ms. Cardenas personally and professionally for five years. Ms. Cardenas is intelligent, professional, highly skilled in the courtroom, and is very thorough with her cases and making sure that the client's needs are met. She is highly respected by other attorneys in her practice area. She researches and investigates each claim, and puts forth comprehensive cases outlining all issues relevant to the client. In addition to this, she also is kind and compassionate to her clients, and takes an interest in their well being, and is empathetic to their sometimes traumatic situations. Not only will Ms. Cardenas make sure that your legal needs are taken care of, she will also be there for clients to listen to their concerns. She has had wonderful results with her cases and has resolved the cases either through settlement or trial with fantastic results."
"I have known Kathy since the year 2000. She is passionate about her work and a zealous advocate for her Clients. Remarkable results and outstanding Client-service is what defines her. I highly recommend and endorse Kathy !"
Anthony Elman
Personal injury lawyer
Fred Joshua
General practice lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Invited Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Owner and Trial Lawyer, Lucas & Cardenas, P.C.
1994 - 1996
Clerk, Law Offices of David H. Lucas
Associations
2010 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2007 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
1997 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Hernandez v. Northwest Community Hospital
Settled for $5,000,000.00
Education
1996
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Indiana University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers