Atty. Jonathan Estes Walner

Atty. Jonathan Estes Walner

Jonathan Walner is a Chicago injury attorney whose practice primarily consists of pre-litigation matters involving investigation, documenting, and proving our clients’ personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home, and medical malpractice cases. Mr.

Chicago Chicago 39 J. Erfahrung 39 year
Call (224) 801-3823 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jonathan Estes Walner at a glance

Jonathan Estes Walner is a Shareholder based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Walner Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and nursing home. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and Arizona (2022). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1987) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Jonathan Walner is a Chicago injury attorney whose practice primarily consists of pre-litigation matters involving investigation, documenting, and proving our clients’ personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home, and medical malpractice cases
  • Mr. Walner handles an extensive amount of uninsured and underinsured motorist cases
  • He arbitrates either in three-man panels or with retired judges in many cases for alternative dispute resolution to avoid the lengthy process of litigation, cutting down the time our clients wait to be compensated for their injuries
  • The firm was originally Rosner and Walner, which was founded in 1962
  • Harvey L. Walner, Jon’s father, founded this great firm concentrating on personal injury claims in 1973
  • Jon has been a shareholder of Walner Law® since 1988
  • For the last 21 years, Jon has been the President of Walner Law®
  • Jon has been married to his wife Julie for 31 years
  • Julie is the Vice President of one of the largest real estate firms in the country
  • Jon and his wife support organizations that fight for women’s reproductive rights, early education and after-school welfare for minorities and disadvantaged families, and physically and mentally disabled children
  • Jon is an advocate for Truth, Hope, and Justice initiative that supports advancing racial equality and police reform
  • They are the proud parents of their two sons, who are Emory University and Tulane University graduates
  • Jon is a member of national and local bars
  • He has handled significant class action and anti-trust claims
  • A few notable cases include suing Ticket Master for an illegal monopoly on prices, an anti-trust claim against a resin manufacturer (that was used in engine blocks), and a mass tort case involving 35 deaths and hundreds of other injuries against the city of Milwaukee and Sarah Lee
  • Jon has handled complex medical malpractice claims, product liability claims, and life-changing injuries claims from truck accidents
  • In addition, he has handled several mass tort claims involving transvaginal mesh, prosthetic hip, and knee joint injuries
  • He is also admitted to the State Bar of Arizona under membership number, 037359
  • When Jon is not working, he loves playing golf, rooting for the Bears and Cubs, enjoying everything Chicago (music, beaches, festivals, architecture, and eating at Chicago’s best hot dog and pizza restaurants), and skiing, hiking, and traveling with his family
  • Professional Activities • Chair appointed Cook County Mandatory Arbitration
  • Arbitrated more than 75 cases in the Cook County Mandatory Arbitration system
  • settled over $50 million in personal injury cases
  • had held many class actions the firm initiated involving over 1 million class members
  • Pro Bono • Judge – American Trial Lawyers, Law School Competition • Lifetime Member University of Michigan Alumni Association • Fundraiser – University of Michigan Business School • Keshet School for Children – Co-dinner Chair • Little City Foundation – Home for Disabled Adults – Co-dinner Chair • Volunteer Income Tax Assisting Program

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan Estes Walner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jonathan Estes Walner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Jonathan Estes Walner is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Jonathan Estes Walner is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Jonathan Estes Walner is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Jonathan Estes Walner is one of 6,002 nursing home attorneys indexed nationally. Browse nursing home attorneys in Illinois →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Chicago or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan Estes Walner

Where is Jonathan Estes Walner's law office located?
Jonathan Estes Walner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Walner Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan Estes Walner handle?
Jonathan Estes Walner focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, nursing home. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jonathan Estes Walner practiced law?
Jonathan Estes Walner has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Jonathan Estes Walner go to law school?
Jonathan Estes Walner earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Jonathan Estes Walner for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan Estes Walner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1987
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987
Arizona
Admitted: 2022

Bewertungen

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.