About
James O'Connor has recovered over $150M for injured clients across Illinois. A former insurance defense attorney, he knows exactly how insurers value and fight claims — and how to beat them.
Hourly Rate
Contingency — no fee unless we win
Consultation
Free case review, 24/7
Practice Areas
- Personal Injury35%
- Auto Accidents23%
- Slip & Fall17%
- Wrongful Death14%
- Product Liability11%
Languages
Experience
25+ years
Lead Trial Attorney at O'Connor Injury Law. Admitted to practice in Illinois, 2000. Focus areas include Personal Injury, Auto Accidents, Slip & Fall.
Licenses & Bar Admissions
Illinois
Bar #I-210866 · Admitted 2000
Indiana
Bar #I-210997 · Admitted 2003
U.S. District Court
Bar #US-211128 · Admitted 2002
Schools & Education
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.) · 2000
University of Notre Dame
B.A., History · 1997
Sample Legal Cases
Confidential Personal Injury Matter
2025
James represented the client in a complex personal injury matter, negotiating a favorable resolution that protected the client's long-term interests without the cost and exposure of trial.
Auto Accidents — Trial Verdict
2024
Lead counsel in a contested auto accidents case tried to verdict. Secured a result that exceeded the client's expectations after opposing counsel rejected pre-trial offers.
Slip & Fall Dispute Resolution
2023
Successfully moved for dismissal of meritless claims through targeted motion practice, sparing the client years of litigation and substantial expense.
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Client details have been anonymized.
Reviews (152)
4.7
Based on 152 verified reviews
Robert J.
April 2026Settled my truck accident case for 4x what the insurance company first offered.
Tanya W.
January 2026Tough negotiator. The process took time but the result was worth it.
James O'Connor's Lawyer Endorsements
“I fully endorse James O'Connor. James is a highly skilled personal injury attorney who is respected throughout the legal community. More importantly, James cares deeply about clients and consistently delivers strong results. I refer matters to James without hesitation.”
“James O'Connor has built a strong reputation in personal injury for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse James wholeheartedly.”
“I fully endorse James O'Connor. James is a highly skilled personal injury attorney who is respected throughout the legal community. More importantly, James cares deeply about clients and consistently delivers strong results. I refer matters to James without hesitation.”
“James is the kind of personal injury lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with James.”
“James is the kind of personal injury lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with James.”
“I fully endorse James O'Connor. James is a highly skilled personal injury attorney who is respected throughout the legal community. More importantly, James cares deeply about clients and consistently delivers strong results. I refer matters to James without hesitation.”
“James O'Connor has built a strong reputation in personal injury for good reason. Sharp legal analysis, responsive communication, and a real commitment to clients. I endorse James wholeheartedly.”
“I fully endorse James O'Connor. James is a highly skilled personal injury attorney who is respected throughout the legal community. More importantly, James cares deeply about clients and consistently delivers strong results. I refer matters to James without hesitation.”
“James is the kind of personal injury lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with James.”
“James is the kind of personal injury lawyer young attorneys hope to emulate — fierce in the face of difficult opponents, empathetic with clients, and genuinely persuasive before a judge or jury. I highly recommend consulting with James.”
“I fully endorse James O'Connor. James is a highly skilled personal injury attorney who is respected throughout the legal community. More importantly, James cares deeply about clients and consistently delivers strong results. I refer matters to James without hesitation.”
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