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Michael Jon Gravlin

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  • Chicago, IL
  • Licensed for 23 years
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Michael Jon Gravlin
Michael Jon Gravlin
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About Michael

The Law Offices of Michael Gravlin is dedicated to the representation of injured people.

Mr. Gravlin is an experienced trial attorney who has tried numerous personal injury and workers compensation cases on behalf of injured plaintiffs and workers. He is a former Prosecutor who has the added benefit of having represented defendants and insurance companies in both workers compensation and personal injury cases. Due to this experience, Mr. Gravlin understands firsthand how defendants and insurance companies think and uses that insight to get the best results for his clients. Mr. Gravlin is a graduate of the University of Michigan and the DePaul University College of Law and a member of the Chicago Bar Association.

Practice areas

Mesothelioma and asbestosCar accidentWorkers compensationPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 35%

    22 years

  2. Workers compensation: 30%

    22 years

  3. Car accident: 25%

    22 years

  4. Mesothelioma and asbestos: 10%

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

134 N La Salle St Ste 2020
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Law Offices of Michael J. Gravlin

134 N La Salle St Ste 2020
Chicago, IL, 60602-1133

Office (312) 201-9961

Website

http://www.gravlinlaw.com/

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law199607/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers3261
Legal guides1
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
Admission into membershipTop American Lawyers2017
Featured Faculty MemberLawLine.comN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerThe Law Offices of Michael J. Gravlin2006 - Present
AttorneyLaw Offices of Robert Warsaski December 2000 – April 2006 (5 years 5 months)2000 - 2006
AttorneyStellato & Schwartz2000 - 2000
AttorneyKaplan & Sorosky1998 - 1999
AttorneyMarkoff Krasny Goldman & Grant1997 - 1998
Assistant State's AttorneyPike County State's Attorney1997 - 1997
Prosecuting AttorneyPike County Commonwealths Attorney Office1996 - 1997
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Chicago Bar AssociationMember1996 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Chicago TribuneHouse call doctor accused of patient sex abuse — years after first reports to police2017
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
The Depaul University College of LawJD - Juris Doctor1996
University of MichiganBS - Bachelor of Science1992
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Legal Face Off PodcastDistracted Driving2014
online CLEWorkers Compensation2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
Pekin Insurance Company v. St. Paul Lutheran ChurchDismissed and affirmed
Anguiano v. Klein Tools Inc. 13 WC 06451Award in favor of Petitioner 33.3% Loss Man as a Whole plus TTD
Nelson v. Geico 51 220 00024 11 (AAA Arbitration)Award for $317,000.00 in favor of the plaintiff
Becton v. Gonzalez 12L8244Settled for $850,000.00
Ruiz v. Jim Beam Brands 10-WC-20792Settled for $375,000.00
Vainblat v. Sanches 02 M1 305418Verdict in favor of the plaintiffs
Mathews v. Rutkowski 99 M1 301140Verdict in favor of the plaintiff
Forest Preserve Dist. of Cook Cty. v. Industrial Com'n, 712 N.E.2d 856 (Ill. App. Ct. 1999)reversed and remanded

Reviews

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Review Michael Gravlin

GREAT ATTORNEY

Posted by Bill Tue Sep 22 2015

Mike has handled one previous accident with extremely great results, currently handling a new case. Have recommended him to many friends and a few have secured his services and were well pleased. If your looking for an Attorney who cares about your well being before the money HIRE MIKE GRAVLIN
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Devoted to clients and excellent service!

Posted by JulnarSun Sep 20 2015

The level of service my husband and I received was excellent! Attorney Gravlin and his team were devoted to making sure we were well informed at all times and receive the best form of compensation possible for our case. Micheal and his team were compassionate and understanding of our struggles; as well as, always professional. I was refereed to Attorney Gravlin by a family friend and I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of high quality professional legal services!
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Attorney endorsements

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Vincent Pagano, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. I have referred my own clients to Mr. Gravlin and they have nothing but great things to say about his performance.

H Romanovitz, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 18, 2015
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Terrific lawyer, highly respected.

Channika Desilva, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Mar 7, 2017
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I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Gravlin among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.

Thomas Kenny, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 28, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jared Gross, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 16, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Michael clearly possesses a vast amount of wisdom when it comes to personal injury.

Leif Hamman, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Sep 13, 2016
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Mr. Gravlin has earned the undying gratitude of his clients, which is one of the best indicators of success in the legal field, especially where personal injury law is concerned. I fully endorse this lawyer.

Justin Hill, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a huge asset to the Avvo Community. I highly recommend him as an attorney.

Marina Melman, Car accident Attorney on Aug 4, 2016
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Michael is an exceptional attorney who provides clear, accurate, and informative advice on the Q&A section on Avvo. He has proven to be a great member of the Avvo legal community and I endorse her fully.

Seth Malkin, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 27, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gravlin provides excellent clear advise to complex questions.

Arkady Frekhtman, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 4, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Joshua Bannister, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer for his extensive knowledge, experience, and contribution to the Avvo community.

Victoria Smith, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 24, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Jeffrey Pallante, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 17, 2016
Relationship: Other

I endorse this lawyer. His answers to the posted questions are excellent.

Chi-Hung Nguyen, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 1, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Sabbeth, Car accident Attorney on Jan 23, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Nadia Shamsi, Family Attorney on Dec 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Vincenzo Capozzoli, General practice Attorney on Dec 5, 2015
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I endorse Attorney Gravlin. He is highly experienced and does excellent work. I appreciate the time he spends answering questions in the pro bono Q & A Forum. I highly recommend Attorney Gravlin.

William Gatzulis, Car accident Attorney on Nov 24, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a well-respected attorney in our community and he is someone I look to for advice and suggestions.

H Romanovitz, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 18, 2015
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Terrific lawyer, highly respected.

John Phillips, Personal injury Attorney on Nov 16, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Lawyers who donate time on sites like this have a passion for the law and a compassion for the people they serve. Kudos.

Vincent Pagano, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. I have referred my own clients to Mr. Gravlin and they have nothing but great things to say about his performance.

David Salazar, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 16, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

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    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.20%-40%

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