Christopher Lawrence Panio
About Christopher
Biography
Attorney Christopher Panio has received several prestigious awards throughout his career.
He's received numerous nominations as a Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters, a distinction awarded to only 5% of state lawyers for their peer recognition and professional achievements. He achieved one of the highest verdicts for a partially torn rotator cuff in Illinois in 2022 and became a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum for securing a $4 million settlement in a pedestrian accident claim. This forum is exclusive to lawyers who have won million-dollar and multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements, with membership limited to fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers.
Additionally, Attorney Panio has been recognized as a Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney by Attorney and Practice Magazine in 2018 and as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, among other accolades.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
21 years
21 years
21 years
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
30%-40%
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Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Panio Law Offices
332 S Michigan Avenue, Suite 121 #5277, Chicago, IL, 60604
Panio Law Offices
18220 Harwood Ave, Ste. 4B, Homewood, IL, 60430
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Christopher Lawrence Panio's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
11 Client Reviews
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Posted by Jen | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Excellent!
Chris Panio is great! I retained his services after an auto accident, and not only was he personable and easy to work with, he was able to get us a great settlement with very reasonable fees. He worked diligently on my behalf, provided me with all the details about my case in a timely manner, and e...
Christopher Lawrence Panio's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I always enjoy talking to Chris because he works hard and cares about his clients."
"Attorney Panio is a tireless advocate for his clients. He fights to make sure they obtain the maximum recovery for the their injuries. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2025
Best Car Accident Lawyers (Chicago), Expertise
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2023
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top-Rated Chicago Personal Injury Firm, Thumbtack
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Personal Injury Law, Lead Counsel
2015
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2015
Clients' Choice, Avvo
2015
Top-Rated Law Firm, Thumbtack
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Arbitrator, Cook County Circuit Court
2012 - Present
Owner, Panio Law Offices
2006 - 2012
Attorney, Wadington & Associates
2004 - 2004
Clerk, Cook County State Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
South Suburban Bar Association
2012 - Present
South Suburban Bar AssocationChairman - Civil Law Committee
2006 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Sample of Legal Cases
$1,250,000.00
$100,000.00
Education
2005
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
2002
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Publications
2016
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers