Atty. David E. Kravitz
David Kravitz is a partner with three decades of litigation experience, specializing in medical malpractice, construction negligence, workplace accidents, product liability, commercial transportation, premises liability and catastrophic injury cases. Less than two years after being admitted to the bar, Dave Kravitz had already tried six jury trials to verdict.
Medical Malpractice & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 32+ Years Experience
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About David E. Kravitz at a Glance
David E. Kravitz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Wise Law Offices, LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1994), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1994), and Indiana (2010). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D. Dean, 1994) and University of Wisconsin (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Kravitz
- David Kravitz is a partner with three decades of litigation experience, specializing in medical malpractice, construction negligence, workplace accidents, product liability, commercial transportation, premises liability and catastrophic injury cases
- Less than two years after being admitted to the bar, Dave Kravitz had already tried six jury trials to verdict
- Since then, he has tried dozens of jury trials, bench trials and more than 100 arbitration proceedings to verdict in multiple state and federal courts, and has argued numerous cases in the Illinois appellate courts, including complex insurance coverage disputes
- Dave Kravitz has successfully represented clients in a wide variety of personal injury suits, including multiple traumatic brain injury cases, a multi-million-dollar case involving multiple herniated cervical discs and surgeries, and a multi-million-dollar trucking accident case involving catastrophic injuries
- In 2008, David Kravitz tried a traumatic brain injury case in which he obtained a verdict on behalf of his client that was recognized as the verdictsearch.com national verdict of the week
- Dave Kravitz brings unparalleled knowledge of corporate strategies to the firm
- Prior to joining the firm, David Kravitz was a partner at two of the most prestigious civil defense firms in Chicago
- David Kravitz’s experience and background in business practices gives him a competitive edge and insight into the defense’s approach and the unique ability to maximize his clients’ results
- David Kravitz was admitted to practice in Illinois and the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Illinois in 1994
- He is a member of the trial bar for the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and has been admitted pro hac vice in CA, FL, IN, IA, KS, LA, TX, WV and WI
- Presentations and Articles • Oral Discovery Primer: Basic Skills for Taking Depositions and Presenting Witnesses in Illinois Litigation – article published for the IDC 2006 Basic Skills Course presented in Chicago, Illinois. • Arbitrations in Cook County and the Collar Counties, or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Arb – recurring presentation more than a dozen times since 1999. • The Associate’s Survival Guide – presentations 2014 – 2022. • Deposing the Treating Physician, or: Everything I Always Wanted to Know About the Human Body but were Afraid to Ask – recurring presentation more than a dozen times since 1999. • Addressing a Property Manager’s Risk for Premises Liability Cases – presented 2008. • Premises Liability in Illinois – presented 2012. • So You Got a Trial Date, Now What? – presented 2016. • Venue, Jurisdiction and Forum Non-Conveniens – presented 2010
- Professional Associations and Memberships • Illinois State Bar Association, Member • Chicago Bar Association, Member
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Kravitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Kravitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Car Accidents in Chicago
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
David E. Kravitz is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Medical Malpractice in Chicago
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David E. Kravitz is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →
Wrongful Death in Chicago
David E. Kravitz is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Chicago
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.
David E. Kravitz is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
David E. Kravitz is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose David E. Kravitz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Kravitz's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Kravitz brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Indiana, David E. Kravitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, David E. Kravitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means David E. Kravitz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E. Kravitz Handles in Chicago
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