18+ Years
Legal Experience
About Jonathan Thomas Nessler
Jonathan T. Nessler launched his legal career at Nessler & Associates in 2007, focusing on personal injury claims such as catastrophic automobile accidents, nursing home misconduct, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. Throughout his career, Mr. Nessler has been committed to assisting injured individuals in securing compensation for their losses.
Recognized by the National Trial Lawyers, Mr. Nessler is distinguished as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer in Illinois. Additionally, The Law Bulletin Publishing Company has acknowledged him as an Emerging Lawyer.
Mr. Nessler holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Environmental Communications and Education from the University of Illinois, obtained in 2004, and a Juris Doctorate from the same institution, earned in 2007.
His professional memberships include the Illinois State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Illinois Trial Lawyers' Association. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Illinois and the United States District Courts for the Central, Southern, and Northern Districts of Illinois.
In addition to his practice, Mr. Nessler is a Barrister member of the Lincoln-Douglas American Inn of Court since November 2011. He has served as Vice Chair and Chair of the Law Practice Management Committee for the American Bar Association's Young Lawyers Division from 2011 to 2014.
Mr. Nessler is a frequent speaker and has presented at events such as the “Transportation Law Seminar” hosted by the Illinois State Bar Association.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Illinois Car Accident Laws
Understanding Illinois's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$20K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Jonathan T. Nessler's primary practice areas?
Jonathan T. Nessler focuses on personal injury claims, including catastrophic accidents, nursing home abuse, medical malpractice, and wrongful death.
Which courts is Jonathan T. Nessler admitted to?
He is admitted to the Supreme Court of Illinois and the United States District Courts for the Central, Southern, and Northern Districts of Illinois.
What recognitions has Jonathan T. Nessler received?
He is recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer, and by The Law Bulletin Publishing Company as an Emerging Lawyer.
What is Jonathan T. Nessler's educational background?
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Environmental Communications and Education and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Illinois.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Jonathan Thomas Nessler for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Jonathan for a free case review
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