Jonathan Estes Walner

Jonathan Estes Walner is a dedicated injury lawyer with a primary focus on pre-litigation matters in personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home, and medical error disputes. Practicing from Hammond, Indiana, he meticulously investigates, documents, and proves cases to advocate for those who have suffered harm.

Mr. Walner is adept at handling uninsured and under-insured motorist claims. He frequently engages in arbitration, either with three-member panels or retired judges, to expedite compensation for clients and avoid prolonged litigation.

Bar Admissions
Illinois State Bar, 1987
United States District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1987

Education
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago – Kent College of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 1987
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, B.B.A 1984

Jonathan has pursued continuous courtroom education since 1987, including courses at the ATLA College of Advocacy.

Professional Activities
He serves as Chair for the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration and has arbitrated over 75 cases. His efforts have led to settlements exceeding $50 million in personal injury cases. He has also managed class actions involving over one million class members.

Bar Association Memberships
Chicago Bar Association – Member
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association – Member
Illinois State Bar Association – Member
American Bar Association – Member

Pro Bono and Community Involvement
Mr. Walner is a judge for the American Trial Lawyers Law School Competition and a Lifetime Member of the University of Michigan Alumni Association. He has served as a fundraiser for the University of Michigan Business School and co-chaired events for the Keshet School for Children and the Little City Foundation. Additionally, he volunteers for the Volunteer Income Tax Assisting Program.

If you or a loved one has been injured and require guidance, please contact us today for a complimentary case review.