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Joseph W. Balesteri

Joseph W. Balesteri

  • Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability ...
  • Illinois
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Joseph W. Balesteri is a partner at the Chicago-based plaintiff’s law firm Power Rogers. He joined the firm in 2000, and since that time, has handled many cases successfully, resulting in more than $400 million in verdicts and settlements for his clients, an average of $25 million per year. In recognition of his dedication to plaintiffs and achievements in the field, Mr. Balesteri has been awarded with honors such as “Super Lawyers” and “Leading Lawyers” by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company.

Education
Indiana University
B.S. | Business
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DePaul College of Law
J.D.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Deposing the Defendant and the Defendant’s Experts
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Chicago, IL
Depositions in a Medical Malpractice Case: Plaintiff Perspective
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education, Chicago
Awards
One of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers from Illinois
The National Trial Lawyers
Rising star of the trial bar
Chicago Lawyer Magazine
AV Preeminent rating
Martindale-Hubbell for ethical standards and legal ability
since 2005
Leading Lawyer in Personal Injury Law
Law Bulletin Publishing Company
This distinction was earned by fewer than 5% of all lawyers licensed in Illinois (2004).
Super Lawyer in medical malpractice litigation
Super Lawyers
This distinction was awarded to 5% of all Illinois attorneys (2005).
Balesteri A Stellar Litigator
Fra-Noi (Italian-American newspaper)
Professional Associations
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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America Association for Justice
Member
Current
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Chicago Bar Association
Member
Current
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Trial Lawyers for Public Justice
Member
Current
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Justinian Society
Member
Current
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Fenwick Bar Association
Member
Current
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Illinois State Bar Association  # 6228799
Member
Current
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Society of Trial Lawyers
Elected to Board of Directors
- Current
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Illinois
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United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
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Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Contingent Fees
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Construction Law
Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
Nursing Home Abuse
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Additional Practice Area
  • Car Accidents
Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Websites & Blogs
Website
Personal Injury
Website
Truck Accidents
Contact & Map
Power Rogers LLP
70 W Madison St
Suite 5500
Chicago, IL 60602
Telephone: (312) 313-0202