29+ Years
Legal Experience
About Karrsten Goettel
Karrsten Goettel brings extensive expertise in commercial and residential real estate, real estate development, leasing, zoning and land use, business transactions, corporate law, and estate planning. Practicing since 1997, he became a partner in 2002, providing strategic legal guidance to his clients.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Goettel is actively involved in his community. He serves as the President of the Board of Commissioners for the St. Charles Park District, is a member of the St. Charles Housing Commission, and holds a position on the Board of the Celtic Sports Foundation. His past roles include serving as Assistant Head Men's Soccer Coach at Aurora University from 2000 to 2002.
A native of St. Charles, Mr. Goettel earned his B.S. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and his J.D. from Loyola University–Chicago. He is a member of the Kane County and Illinois State Bar Associations.
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 areas of law does Karrsten Goettel specialize in?
Karrsten Goettel specializes in commercial and residential real estate, real estate development, leasing, zoning and land use, business transactions, corporate law, and estate planning.
What is Karrsten Goettel's role in the community?
He serves as the President of the Board of Commissioners for the St. Charles Park District, a member of the St. Charles Housing Commission, and a Board Member of the Celtic Sports Foundation.
What is Karrsten Goettel's educational background?
Karrsten Goettel holds a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and a J.D. from Loyola University–Chicago.
Since when has Karrsten Goettel been practicing law?
Karrsten Goettel has been practicing law since 1997 and became a partner at his firm in 2002.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Karrsten Goettel 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 Karrsten for a free case review
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