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Timothy J. Deffet
About Timothy
Biography
IL does not recognize specialties. However, I concentrate my practice in the following areas:
- representing severely injured workers;
- representing people who have been severely injured in auto accidents and trip and falls;
- representing people fighting against their credit card companies and repairing their credit when assaulted by big business;
- representing people accused of criminal and DUI offenses; and
- assisting tenants with security deposit issues.
I enjoy playing sports, watching a good movie and reading a good book.
I love Chicago for the weather. Nothing like subzero temperatures six months out of the year.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
30%
24 years
Trucking Accident
30%
24 years
Workers Compensation
30%
24 years
DUI and DWI
10%
19 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-50%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Illinois for 27 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Timothy J. Deffet
4848 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, 60640
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Timothy J. Deffet's Reviews
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Posted by Heather | August 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Top Notch Attorney
I cannot recommend Tim highly enough. For seven long years, he worked tirelessly on my workman's compensation case, navigating through every obstacle with remarkable skill and dedication. From the very beginning, Tim demonstrated an unmatched level of professionalism, knowledge, and compassion. Th...
Posted by Mark | January 4, 2013
Mr. Deffet's representation was invaluable...
I highly recommend calling Mr. Deffet if you find yourself involved in a negative situation with a creditor and/or debt collections agency. Mr. Deffet provides one on one support and makes you feel comfortable and informed with every step of your case. His knowledge, confidence and persistance led to...
Posted by Shelly | October 12, 2012
I highly recommend Tim.
I was injured at work and was being strung along by my employer and Workman’s Comp. after months of being ignored I received a letter of denial when I had never even been spoken to. Frustrated and overwhelmed I was referred to Tim and could not have been happier. First and foremost he treated me w...
Posted by Antonia | March 8, 2012
I would highly recommend Tim.
Tim is very knowledgeable, thorough and most importantly, genuinely cares about his clients. I consulted Tim on an automobile issue and was very happy with the results. I would highly recommend him
Posted by Jason | October 28, 2011
My Experience
I was in a car accident and I was not at fault. I had never been in that type of situation and wasn't sure what to do, so I turned to Tim. Tim could not have handled the situation better. My only regret is not going to him sooner.
Timothy J. Deffet's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tim is one of the most energetic, hard-working, and caring lawyers that know. He has a great reputation as a personal injury lawyer and for placing his clients’ interests above his own. I highly endorse him."
"Tim is not only a very skilled litigator, but, he is one of the most refreshingly ethical lawyers I have ever met. Tim gets my highest recommendation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Timothy is very knowledgeable and is very patient with difficult clients."
"Timothy J. Deffet is very knowledgeable in the area of worker's compensation. He cares about his clients and works hard to get good results. He also has high professional standards. I endorse Timothy for anybody with a worker's compensation case."
"I have known Tim since law school and he has never been one to shy away from hard work. He is confident and intelligent and I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I cannot recommend Tim highly enough. When looking for a lawyer, trust is the most important element. I trust Tim so much that I have sent multiple clients to Tim, including a family member. He is an excellent lawyer with fantastic experience. Don’t just take my word for it--ask any of his clients… they love him. He is responsive, understanding and extremely dedicated. You simply won’t find better."
"I endorse this lawyer. He and I have been in the same national consumer law organization for at least the past 3 years and his answers to dozens and dozens of consumer questions on Avvo show his care and concern for his clients as well as his high level of knowledge of the law. You can read what his clients have to say in their reviews and what other attorneys have to say about his skill and knowledge on Avvo too - and when you do you will realize what the rest of us know. That he knows the law and cares deeply about the best interests of his clients. If you have a worker comp question and his office is anywhere near you, then he is your answer. I recommend him to you."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim has been an invaluable resource to me. He is insightful and an outstanding attorney."
"When working with other lawyers, the first thing I am looking for is someone I can trust. Tim is as honorable as they come. I solicited his expertise on a litigation matter, and found him extremely easy to work with, totally reliable, and thoroughly knowledgeable on IL civil procedure. He was also invaluable with developing our litigation strategy, and always advised us in keeping with the best interests of the client. I have and will continue to refer him clients, including my personal friends."
"I endorse this lawyer. Tim is a zealous advocate for his clients and remains a pleasant opposing counsel at the same time. I had the pleasure of working with him briefly at a prior firm and believe that any litigant would be smart to hire Tim to represent their interests in Court or at the Commission!"
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Experience
Honors
2000
EPA Bronze Medal Award for enforcing federal lead paint statutes, Environmental Protection Agency
1998
1998 Legal Honors Intern Program, United States Dept of Housing and Urban Development
1997
Allen H. Schwartz Scholarship Recipient, The John Marshall Law School
Associations
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Member
National Association of Consumer Advocates
Member
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois
Member
Education
1998
The John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
My hotel room caught on fire. Can I sue the hotel?
02 Jul 2012
Q&A
Can I sue the same company twice?
07 Jun 2012
Q&A
What is the statue of limitation in chicago illinois for a dui. How long can they hold my drivers license
11 Jul 2010