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James Spiros
also known as Jim Spiros, James D. Spiros
About James
Biography
Graduating law school from John Marshall Law School in 1994, Jim has over 25 years of experience practicing law. He has always felt responsible to stand up for people who need it most and has a passion for ensuring justice is brought to those who become injured due to the negligence of others. Among retaining an extensive legal resume full of won cases, published works, awards and leadership positions, Jim makes it a point to remain active in various civic, youth, and sports organizations, while saving time to spend with his friends and family.
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Animal and Dog Bites
8%
31 years
Car Accident
8%
31 years
Defective and Dangerous Products
8%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-33%
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Licensed in Illinois for 31 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Spiros Law, P.C.
2807 N Vermilion St #3, Danville, IL, 61832-1444
Spiros Law, P.C.
317 E. University Ave, Champaign, IL, 61820
Spiros Law, P.C.
1230 W Court St, Kankakee, IL, 60901
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Posted by Joe | January 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Great-full Outcome
I reached out to Mr. Spiros after another attorney i went to initially recommended him. He answered and i was in his office the next business day getting my work compensation case started. He and his staff kept me informed when there were updates with my case. I was very great full to Mr. Spiros an...
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Replied last January 13, 2025Joe, thank you for sharing your experience with me and the Spiros Law team. I am glad that you enjoyed working with me and that you are pleased with the outcome of your case.
Posted by Amy | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Highly recommended
Jim was very professional and took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly, and him and his team responded very quickly. We highly recommend him and thank him and his staff for getting us what we deserved through a traumatic experience.
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Replied last January 13, 2025Amy, thank you for your review and recommendation. I appreciate you choosing me to fight for you and am happy to hear that you had such a positive experience working with the Spiros Law team.
Posted by Heather | October 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Very thankful for Spiros’s Law!
Jim, Katie and Sarah at Spiros’s Law helped me over the 3 years since my car accident. They fought to get the insurance company to pay me what I was owed. I’m very thankful I chose them as my firm! If I ever need an Attorney, I will definitely call them again!
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Replied last October 09, 2024Heather, thank you for your review and recommendation. It is great to hear that you enjoyed working with me and the Spiros Law team. I appreciate you trusting us to fight for you and am happy that you are satisfied with the outcome.
Posted by Marissa | August 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Trucking Accident
Car Accident
A truck hit me and ended up totaling my suv while I was 7 months pregnant. Luckily we were ok but Spiros knew how badly this whole situation was for me physically and mentally. They took awesome care of me and fought for what was right in this situation. I applaud the hard work and them actually cari...
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Replied last August 13, 2024Marissa, I am glad that my team and I were able to be there to support you through such a challenging time. Thank you for choosing Spiros Law to fight for you and for the review and recommendation.
Posted by Tim | April 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Review
Mr. Spiros did a tremendous job with my case. During the process the Spiros Law Office handled a multitude of obstacles set up by my Employer as well as their insurance carrier. I am 100% satisfied and have recommended this office to friends and co-workers.
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Replied last April 12, 2024Tim, thank you for your review and recommendations. I am glad that I was able to help you with your case and appreciate you choosing me to fight for you.
James Spiros's Lawyer Endorsements
"Our client was seriously injured in a collision. In order to avoid costly litigation expense we made a demand slightly less than the policy limit. The carrier claimed numerous policy defenses. Jim prepared an excellent brief in response to the dismissal motion and before the hearing the carrier paid. The brief and response was so well done the carrier initiated settlement without waiting for oral argument. Jim's reputation and excellent work caused this settlement. Jim was personal, friendly a pleasure to work with and I would gladly recommend him to any attorney or client."
"I would personally endorse this lawyer for personal injury and medical malpractice. He knows how to get the job done while being friendly and respectful of his clients, opponents and judges alike, Very highly thought of by many past clients and lawyers."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Top 100 Illinois Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2021
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Leading Lawyers Advisory Board, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2015
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2011
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2010
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2009
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2008
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2008
Top Lawyer, Crain's Chicago Business
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2007
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2006
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2005
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2004
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2003
Leading Lawyer, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
N/A
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Founding Partner, Spiros Law, P.C.
2005 - Present
Founding Partner, Spiros & Wall, P.C.
1900 - Present
Partner, Spiros Law, P.C.
1994 - 2005
Partner, Law Firm
Associations
2024 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association3rd Vice President
2008 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationBoard of Managers
1997 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMedical Negligence Committee
American Trial Lawyers Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
Vermilion County Bar Association
Member
Kankakee County Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Medical Negligence Committee
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Motorcycle Hit and Run
$2,450,000.00
Construction Injury Settlement
$10,500,000
Medical Malpractice and Product Liability
$29,500,000.00
Personal Injury Motorvehicle Accident
$275,000
Pedestrian Hit by Car
$700,000.00
Medical Malpractice
$4,800,000
Medical Malpractice
2,500,000.00
Personal Injury
$260,000
Champaign County Trucking Accident
$1,000,000.00
Intersection Collision Settlement
1,400,000.00 Settlement
Interstate Trucking Accident Settlement
4,900,000.00 Settlement
Interstate Trucking Accident Settlement
4,900,000.00 Settlement
Successful Appellate Sanctions
Upheld Trial Court and Appellate Sanctions
Settlement in Assisted Living Facility Injury Case
$350,000.00 settlement
Vermilion County Medical Malpractice Settlement
$850,000.00 Settlement
Vermilion County Medical Negligence
$500,000.00 settlement halfway through trial
Iroquois County Intersection Collision
$525,000.00 settlement
Motorcycle Personal Injury Iroquois County
$500,000.00 at Mediation
High Settlement
$710,000.00 settlement
Vermillion County Medical Malpractice
$4.85 million verdict secured
Second Highest Jury Verdict in Vermilion County
$9,842,900.00
Burns from House Fire
$1,925,000.00
Trench Collapse Award
$825,000 Settlement (with lien waiver)
Traumatic Brain Injury
$392,000 Settlement
Highest Medical Malpractice Settlement Recorded in Iroquois County
Settled for $1,000,000.00
Infant Death
$825,000.00
Passenger
$850,000.00
Motorcycle Death
$1,000,000.00
High Settlement
$1 ,400,000.00
Largest Settlement in Ford County ever reported
$1,450,000.00
Medical Negligence
$3,300,000.00
Education
1994
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Purdue University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2011
Pre-Trial Litigation Lecture
Depositions
2011
Getting Ready for Trial Seminar
Prepping Your Damages Evidence
2007
IICLE
The Utilization of Legal Nurse Consultants in Practice
2001
IICLE
Deposing Doctors
Publications
2010
Midwestern Family Magazine
Rights and Responsibilities
2001
Tort Trends (ISBA)
Which State Has Jurisdiction?
2001
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Deposing Doctors
2000
Trial
Choice of Law Questions: An Ever Evolving Doctrine
Languages
Greek
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers