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Brian M. Wendler
About Brian
Biography
Specializing in car crashes, employment termination, whistleblower, truck crashes, product liability, personal injury and wrongful death cases.
Practice Areas
17
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
30%
39 years | 4,000 cases
Car Accident
25%
39 years | 750 cases
Wrongful Termination
10%
39 years | 180 cases
Wrongful Death
6%
39 years | 88 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Missouri for 36 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 38 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana
State: Indiana
No misconduct found
Location
Wendler Law, PC
5 Oak Drive, Maryville, IL, 62062
Wendler & Zinzilieta, PC
5446 Old Carpenter Road, Edwardsville, IL, 62025
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Brian M. Wendler's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Lawsuits & Disputes (41)
Personal Injury (9)
Car Accidents (4)
Litigation (3)
Speeding & Traffic Ticket (3)
Trucking Accident (3)
Workers Compensation (3)
Business (2)
Discrimination (2)
Employment & Labor (2)
Insurance (2)
Arbitration (1)
Civil Rights (1)
Consumer Protection (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
Defective and Dangerous Products (1)
Family (1)
Libel & Slander (1)
Probate (1)
Wrongful Death (1)
What Clients Mention
Case Results (38)
Advocacy (28)
Recommendation (23)
Responsiveness (23)
Professionalism (22)
Communication Style (16)
Practice Area Knowledge (14)
Character & Conduct (10)
General Knowledge (8)
Compassion (4)
Trustworthiness (4)
Cost of Services (3)
Staff & Support (3)
Punctuality (2)
Free Consultations (1)
Payment Plans (1)
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Posted by Tamara | October 28, 2012 | Arbitration
The Greatest of All Lawyers
I've used Brian Wendler on two different occassions. The first case was for Arbritration. The second case was an automobile lawsuit involving my daughter, which whom was a minor at the time. However, I was satisfied with the out come on both. Mr. Wendler have a very good and professional attitud...
Posted by Dave | October 02, 2011
Great lawyer for me.
I am a regular joe with a regular life. On occasion irregular things happen. Brian has been a great help on those occasions. I like that he is a person that a working class guy can relate to and trust. I have recommended him to friends and the seem to have had the same experience as i have.
Posted by Craig | May 24, 2010
Outstanding Service!
Been working with Brian for a couple years and have enjoyed having him as my lawyer. Brian has done an excellent job representing "my" interest and not some of the good old boy back room deals made without your knowledge. Would strongly recommend him for any case, he will be up front about what he...
Posted by Ron Yenerich | May 24, 2010
Long Road
It was A long hard road ,but Brian Wendler did not give up till the job was done ,thanks again Brian It was a pleasure doing business with you
Posted by Joy Wells | January 13, 2010 | Lawsuits & Disputes
There to the very end
Our case went on for about 6 years and in all that time Brian was there for us, he kept us well informed.. He is a very compassionated lawyer. I know he was our lawyer but honestly i thought of him as a friend, because lawyer dont alway feel what you are going thought, but Brian felt our pain. When i...
Brian M. Wendler's Lawyer Endorsements
"Our firm worked with Brian on a case. He is extremely hard working and dedicated to his clients. I haven't worked with any attorneys who will fight for their clients the way Brian does."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've had the pleasure of working with Brian on a number of matters over the years. Brian is extremely knowledgeable, hard-working and a dedicated advocate for his clients. I am happy to endorse and recommend Brian."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I am proud to endorse Brian. I have worked with him on several matters and have found him to be knowledgeable, hard-working and committed to his clients."
"Brian is absolutely one of the hardest working lawyers I have ever met. His work ethic is legendary. A great guy with a caring heart."
"I endorse attorney Brian Wendler. He is an outstanding and tenacious advocate for his clients. He also is very willing to help his colleagues when needed. I consider Brian to be at the top of his field, and would not hesitate to recommend my clients to him."
"Brian is one of the truly great trucking lawyers in this Country. He is passionate about getting justice for his clients and truly cares about them."
"Brian is a fine attorney and I am happy to endorse this lawyer."
"Brian is a dedicated and hardworking attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. He is an excellent attorney."
"I have worked numerous matters with Brian over the past 15 years, and have great respect for his work ethic, honesty and competency."
"I endorse this lawyer because of his hard work and commitment to excellence. He puts the client first always."
"Its very rare you see this type of combination of dogged, smart, savvy and downright nice (to his clients). He is very confident in the courtroom, and well-spoken. He inspires trust in his clients, offering them sage advice both inside the courtroom and outside. With opposing counsel, he knows how the game is played, and won, which is what he often does for his clients. His office staff is super sweet, meticulously organized and rapidly returns calls. All in All, Brian is a wonderful attorney to know and to be able to refer clients to."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Wendler is well respected by his peers in the community."
David Tuszynski
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | May 25
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Brain is a smart, hard-working, and committed attorney. He gets great results for his clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Brian and I have worked together on several matters over the years and I find him to be an excellent advocate for his clients. He is a hard worker and is driven to do the best for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Clients Choice Award 2015, Avvo
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Clients Choice Award 2014, Avvo
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client's Choice Award 2013, Avvo
2012
Clients' Choice Award 2012, Avvo
2012
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2008
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2006
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
William J. Harte Amicus Volunteer Award, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
2005
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
1987
Dean's list, SIU Law School
1986
Research assistant/grant, SIU Law School
Work Experience
2005 - Present
President, Wendler Law PC
1999 - Present
President, Wendler & Ezra PC
1990 - 1999
Partner, Carlson Wendler & Associates
1988 - 1990
associate attorney, Bernard & Davidson
1987 - 1988
associate attorney, Johannes & Marron
Associations
Madison County Bar Association
Member
2001 - 2023
Edwardsville Glen Carbon Little League AssociationBoard Member
1990 - 2016
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1990 - 2015
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1990 - 2016
Missouri State Bar AssociationMember
1987 - 2016
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Roark v Delavan and Mumser, Inc.
$500,000 settlement
Johnson vs Cottrell, Inc.
$1.15 million net verdict for Mr. Johnson ($2,091,513.45 gross verdict)
Phillips vs Aldi, Inc.
Verdict for plaintiff $457,889.00
Brdar v Cottrell, Cassens, General Motors
$1,5000,000 verdict for plaintiff, after appeal interest net was nearly $2 million.
Lindhorst v International Paper, CH Robinson et al
award for plaintiffs
Torbit v Delavan/Ryder
Verdict for plaintiffs
Sandage v Bankhead Trailer
Verdict for plaintiffs
Henry vs PFD Lebanon
$650,000 Verdict for Plaintiff
Sires vs Federal Express, et al
$500,000 verdict for Plaintiff
Hylla v TJ Transport
$10.35M settlement during trial
Brdar vs. Cottrell, Inc.
$1.5M verdict, $1.9M after appeal
Education
1987
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
juris doctorate
1984
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1979
Triad High School
Speaking Engagements
2012
National Moot Court Competiition
National Moot Court
2011
Regional Moot Court Competition
Regional Moot Court
2011
National Moot Court Competition
National Moot Court
2005
cooperative education program
Career Choices
2000
seminar
Discovery Instruction for Attorneys
1999
ITLA Shotgun seminar
Petrillo Doctrine
1998
Winning Your Case Before Trial
Medical Review for Illinois Lawyers
1998
BNSF Employees Railway meeting
FELA For Railroad Workers
1998
Asbestos and Silicosis In Workers
Asbestos and Silicosis
1997
Union members group meeting
Railroad Injuries
Publications
2005
Amicus brief Illinois Supreme Court
Amicus Brief on behalf of Illinois Trial Lawyers
1999
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Petrillo Doctrine
Languages
English
Spanish
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