Steven A. Sigmond

Steven A. Sigmond

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 40 years

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

345 N. Canal Suite, Suite 1208, Chicago, IL

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 75%

Steven A. Sigmond has over 25 years experience representing injury victims in court. Every effort is made to resolve cases quickly. But when the insurance companies refuse to negotiate, as is too often the case, Steven A. Sigmond knows how to litigate. With over 50 jury trials to verdict in personal injury cases, he has a track record to prove that he'll "go to the mat" for his client if need be. Steven A. Sigmond know how to win personal injury cases.

41 years | 5,000 cases

75%
Workers Compensation 25%

If you've been hurt while working, know your rights. An experienced attorney can get you the compensation that the law allows.

36 years | 1,000 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Contingency

20%-33%


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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 40 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1985

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Steven A. Sigmond, PC

345 N. Canal Suite, Suite 1208, Chicago, IL, 60606-1364

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Steven A. Sigmond's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Great, stress-free experience; wish I'd hired him sooner

Mr. Sigmond represented my case professionally, reliably and honestly, and did a stellar job even though our interaction was all long-distance. Before I found his office I was stressed out, as a no-fault car accident had caused some ongoing issues. The accident was in Illinois and I was from out of s...tate, and the statute of limitations was nearly up. I had gotten some confusing/wrong advice from a different lawyer I'd spoken to and didn't know how to handle it. Finding Steven Sigmond's law office was a blessing and a relief, and thanks to his representation I ended up with the desired outcome. I only wish I'd found this office sooner, as it would have saved me a lot of worry.

Posted by Stacey C. | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

A big thank you...

Steve Sigmond was very professional and guided me through a seamless process. He was honest with me and very informative. He stayed on top of my case and answered all of my questions. He kept in touch with me and made sure that I was ok. Thanks Steve.

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Steven A. Sigmond's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Hoffman

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve has been a superb personal injury lawyer for all the years that I have known him as a fellow personal injury attorney in the Chicago area. He demonstrates knowledge of the area, passion for his clients' interests, and has years of experience. I endorse him without reservation."

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Barry Doyle

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is a smart, practical lawyer who can quickly get to the heart of the issue in any case to help assure that his clients receive swift, fair resolutions of their cases."

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Nicholas Vogelzang

Unknown lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judy Goldstein

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Sigmond is a knowledgeable and skilled attorney n the areas of workers compensation and personal injury. I have referred clients to him and will continue to do so in the furter, I highly endorse him."

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Peter Merrigan

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Cohen

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He really knows his craft!"

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Steven. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Sigmond. From his answers and time on Avvo, it is clear he is dedicated to serving those in need and his clients. It's rare that lawyers spend so much valuable time helping the community, for free, and I applaud him for doing it to such a great level. Kudos"

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Clifford Horwitz

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is a well respected and ethical lawyer in the field of personal injury."

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Nima Taradji

Personal injury lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have read Attorney Sigmond's advice and answers to questions on this board and find them to be sound, intelligent and with insight. I endorse Attorney Sigmond."

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Kevin Apter

Personal injury lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Steve is an excellent lawyer who cares for his clients and has a habit of carefully explaining to them what is going on with their cases. I very much endorse this lawyer. If you are looking for a lawyer who will make sure that your best interests are at the top of his priority list, who is experienced going to trial as well as negotiating settlements of both small and large cases and someone who will handle your case or claim like it was his own, talk to Steve. I would use him in a heartbeat to handle my own case."

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Jennifer Donahue

Personal injury lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I enthusiastically endorse Steve Sigmond. I had the great fortune of working with Steve on several personal injury and workers compensation matters, and in that time I learned what it takes to be a successful, professional, ethical and client-driven attorney. His knowledge of the law and his dedication to protecting the rights of his clients really sets Steve apart from many of the personal injury attorneys in Chicago, an his long record of successful results is evidence of that. I would refer anyone with a personal injury, medical malpractice or workers compensation case to Steve Sigmond without hesitation. He offers first class legal representation in every sense."

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Salim Sheikh

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Sigmond has a vast wealth of knowledge regarding Personal Injury law. He is dedicated to his practice and giving his clients the best representation available.I endorse this lawyer."

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Celso Fuentes

Workers compensation lawyer

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Anthony Elman

Personal injury lawyer

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Nima Taradji

Personal injury lawyer

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Salim Sheikh

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Stephen Hoffman

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2014

Distinguished 4.0 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

Chairman, solo/small firm practice committee, Chicago Bar Association

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Steven A. Sigmond

1983 - 1983

Law Clerk, Circuit Court Of Cook County, Chicago, Illinois

Associations

1986 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1998 - 1998

Chicago Bar Association, Solo/Small Firm Practitioners Committee

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Johnson v. Mr. Bult's Inc.

$363,853.00 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

(names withheld on all settlements)

$650,000.00 settlement at pre-trial mediation

(Names withheld on all settlements)

$267,500 settlement at pre-trial ($152,500 PI, $115,000 comp)

Gant v. L.U. Transport

$ 120,964.98 Jury Verdict for Plaintiff

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Education

1985

University of Illinois College of Law

Juris Doctor

1982

University of Illinois

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1999

Seminar on lawyer office sharing

Moderator

1999

Seminar on Dealing with client emergencies

Emergency situations: injuries & accidents

1998

Seminar on small firm marketing

Moderator

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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