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

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Posted by Sarah | April 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

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.

Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Terrible! Not even worth one star!

Says in his profile that he will meet with you and in the nearly 2 years he had my case I never met him! He only cares about the cases when you're paralyzed or brain dead. That way he will get his millions! His staff says they will call you back and weeks later they still don't. Jon talks very rude t...o you on the phone. I had to go out to the location and take pictures of what caused my injury. (?) He was going to sue the place because it happened on their property. Never happened. I wonder what time and effort he actually put into my case. So basically all I got for my injury was a toy, a piece of candy and being treated very rudely the whole time. I was so happy when it was over because I didn't have to deal with jon and his staff. But very unhappy with the settlement. I bet he made a lot of money off my case doing nothing, including not even meeting his client, ever! Felt like I was scammed dealing with him! Have to post this anonymously because the feeling I get from him is that he will, or have someone else, make something bad happen to you. Lawyers have their connections. I never trusted jon. Evidence speaks for itself. He post that he meets with his clients and that is a lie!

Posted by Jessica | September 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Excellent experience

He was very good and helpful all along the way and process of getting approved for Social Security for my husband. It had been a long 5 year process but he worked with us and made us feel very comfortable with all process and helped us every step of the way.

Posted by Susan L | June 06, 2012 | Social Security Disability

Happy client

My Walker represented me in my social security disability claim. He was extremely courtesy and helpful in explaining the ins and outs of a disability claim. He was always knowledgeable about my case when I called him. He is personable, charming and quite a "nice guy" to have as an attorney. You s...hould not look for any other lawyer to handle your disability claim. Mr. Walker is the "real deal". I feel today, that if I needed to that I could call Mr. Walker with any questions that I may have whether it be regarding my disability claim or any other type of claim.

Posted by Robert | January 27, 2012 | Social Security Disability

Excellent Attorney

Jon Walker was recommended to me by another attorney for my Social Security disability application. Along with being very professionable and personable, he was also very knowledgeable of the entire process and was very good at explaining it to me. He kept me informed all along the way and explained w...hat was, or would be, happening in each step of the process. He gave me a very realistic and clear picture of my chances of winning my appeal, which was not overly optimistic. In the end, the result of the appeal was entirely favorable. I would not hesitate to recommend his services.

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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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