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Phone: Address: 180 N Stetson Ave Suite 1974, 60601 Coordinates: 41.761970,-87.920430 Education: University of Illinois at Champaign, College of Sociology, B.A., Major: Social Theory, 1981 Bio: Jerry Vinkler is the Principal and founding member of VINKLER LAW OFFICES. He has been a personal injury trial attorney for 31 years, trying cases in Chicago and all throughout the state of Illinois. Mr. Vinkler focuses his practice on cases of medical negligence, wrongful death and catastrophic injury. His compassion and his preparation to learn the truth in each case and his knowledge of the insurance industry have led to a success rate of over 95% for his clients. Over the course of his career, Mr. Vinkler has achieved notable success advocating on behalf of those adversely affected by medical malpractice, motor vehicle accidents, construction accidents, railroad accidents, defective products, and other preventable tragedies. Personable and compassionate when dealing with his clients, Mr. Vinkler is a tenacious attorney who aggressively pursues the most favorable outcome possible for those he serves. Recognized for his impeccable professionalism and exceptional legal abilities, Mr. Vinkler has received numerous awards and honors. Of note, Leading Lawyers named him among the Nation's Top Lawyers in 2016 and 2017, and he received the Board of Directors Award from the DuPage County Bar Association in 2003. He has also received many five-star reviews from satisfied clients as well as Superb ratings on Avvo. A 1981 graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign with a Bachelor of Arts in social theory, Mr. Vinkler attended DePaul University College of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor, with honors, in 1987. The Illinois State Bar Association admitted him to practice that same year, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. In addition to his legal credentials, he also holds a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter certification from the Insurance Institute of America. A consummate professional and leader in his field, Mr. Vinkler has written extensively and conducted lectures and seminars on a variety of legal topics. He is also highly active in his legal community as evidenced by his membership with numerous local, state and national legal organizations.