Jon C. Walker

Jon C. Walker

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 21 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

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Jon C. Walker's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

Posted by Demeteius | February 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding and Professional

If you need a professional, knowledgeable, and outstanding attorney then Jon Walker is the choice to make. Before my first meeting with Jon, I sat down with several other attorneys to inquire about my case. Once I sat with Jon and had the opportunity to discuss my case it was decided in minutes tha...t he was my correct choice. Thank you Jon.

Posted by Nick | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding lawyer that cares

I was hurt at work and my employer was very cooperative at the beginning. I followed every instruction the doctors and physical therapist gave me. Things seemed fine until those same company doctors and therapist said I needed surgery. Then the help stopped and I was basically ignored. I then contact...ed Jon and it was the best thing i could have done. He told me upfront a lot of truths about worker comp cases and didn't want to sugarcoat anything. At first I thought maybe he wasn't the guy because he wasn't telling me what I wanted to hear. I'm glad I didn't go with my initial feeling. I hired him that day and from then on he was the most honest lawyer I've ever dealt with and ALWAYS got back to me in a very timely manner (was rare that he didn't answer when I called). I didn't have to deal with the insurance company one time after that. He was more than helpful and seemed genuinely concerned anytime I had an issue. Because of Jon I got my surgery and a very nice settlement that was more than I ever expected. He's very professional yet very easy to talk too. If you have a similar experience to mine I highly suggest giving Jon a call. He gets the job done while you continue living your life.

Posted by Jack | May 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Won my disability case

Jon won my disability case. I was happy with the results. He was recommended by a friend and he did what he said he would do.

Posted by anonymous | May 1, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer. really smart. A+ service

I never really like to write reviews online, but i definitely wanted to give Mr. Walker some credit. Overall he was a great lawyer. He seemed to really know what he was talking about. He was able to answer all of my questions and put my mind at ease. Definitely not one of those tv guys who you neve...r see or talk to until it's time to collect a check! Pretty straightforward guy and doesn't keep secrets like other lawyers do. If i ever need a lawyer in the future im going back to Jon.

Posted by Sarah | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Happy with Experience

Jon represented me in a case last year. The insurance company fought the case hard. He was at it for months. Jon kept me updated throughout the process. There was one meeting where I got quite emotional and he was able to comfort me and reassure me that things would work out for the best. Which ...they did. He was able to win me the case and got me a settlement that was at the high end of my expectations.

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Jon C. Walker's Lawyer Endorsements

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L. Michael Flanagan

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Jon studies his craft and applies that knowledge to assist his clients. The ultimate Win-Win."

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David McGinley

Workers compensation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Jon on a number of related matters. Jon is a true advocate for his clients."

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Stephen Rapp

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Feb 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer as he is most dedicated in obtaining the best results for a client. In the area of disability claims, I am proud to refer clients to this professional and caring attorney. He is a member of an excellent Chicago law firm well-respected throughout Illinois."

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Kara Guminski

Workers compensation lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Walker is personable, professional, sharp-as-a-tack, and dedicated to his clients. He is articulate and educates himself completely on his facts and figures. He has been excellent opposing counsel-- a stellar negotiator and zealous advocate."

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Christopher Johnson

Social Security & Disability lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Kupets

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer's work. He is very responsive to his clients and diligent in handling their cases."

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Jason Whiteside

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Walker is an experienced attorney who has represented hundreds of injured workers through his years of litigation. Whether through trial or settlement, Mr. Walker has always pursued justice on behalf of his clients and continues to excel as an up and coming young litigator. I recommend him to anyone injured that is looking for an attorney who will aggressively pursue your case."

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Luis Magana

Workers compensation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Mr. Walker on many occasions, I find him to be very knowledgeable and proactive in his representation of clients. He handles claims on behalf of injured workers in a timely and aggressive fashion."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2016 - 2020

Attorney, Woodruff Johnson & Evans Injury Law Offices

2007 - 2016

Partner, Katz, Friedman, Eagle, Eisenstein, Johnson & Bareck, P.C.

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Power & Cronin, Ltd.

Associations

2012 - Present

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2010 - Present

National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives

Member

2009 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Social Security Law Committee

2009 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Tort Litigation Committee

2007 - Present

Workers' Compensation Lawyers' Association

Member

2004 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Workers' Compensation Committee

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2011

Illinois State Bar Association

Workers' Compensation Law Section Council

2011 - 2012

Chicago Bar Association

Judicial Evaluation Committee

2010 - 2013

Young Lawyers' Section, Workers' Compensation Lawyers' Association

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Donoso v. Chicago Messenger Service

Won at trial and at appellate review

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Education

2004

University of Illinois College of Law

Juris Doctor

2001

University of British Columbia

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

DuPage County Bar Association Senior Law Division

Ten Things You Didn’t Know About Social Security

2014

ITLA 2014 Workers’ Compensation Update on AMA Decisions and Depositions

2013

Tips on Deposing an AMA Rater Cross Examining an AMA Impairment Rater

2012

WCLA MCLE

Expedited and Emergency Hearings: 19(b-1) v. 19(b)

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