Atty. Gary A. Newland

Atty. Gary A. Newland

Gary Newland is an experienced trial attorney evidenced by the hundreds of cases he has successfully won at trial. Many of Gary's cases have been covered by USA Today, Forbes, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun Times, NBC, The Daily Herald, Oprah Winfrey and the list goes on.

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Profile Summary

About Gary A. Newland at a glance

Gary A. Newland is a Partner based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Newland & Newland LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Loyola University (B.A., 1990). Active member of Northwest Suburban Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Gary Newland is an experienced trial attorney evidenced by the hundreds of cases he has successfully won at trial
  • Many of Gary's cases have been covered by USA Today, Forbes, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun Times, NBC, The Daily Herald, Oprah Winfrey and the list goes on
  • Many of the clients Gary represents are referrals from other attorneys who are aware of his skills and reputation in the community
  • He has been an invited guest lecturer to the Bar Association and other legal organizations as well as an author of published articles on legal issues
  • He has been a member of the American Trial Lawyers Association, Illinois Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Chicago Bar Association and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association and was the youngest person ever elected to the High School Dist 214 School Board
  • Gary has successfully tried and settled cases against some of the world's largest corporations and insurance companies
  • Recently Gary won a decision at trial which was appealed by United Airlines for two reasons
  • The first reason being the verdict was believed by United Airlines to be excessive for a herniated disk
  • The second reason was payment for holistic treatment (acupuncture) was awarded
  • Gary prevailed on appeal on all issues
  • Recently Gary won a decision that the client of CNA Insurance was not only fully liable for the torn rotator cuff of one of Gary's clients, but CNA Insurance was guilty of "deceptive claims practices"
  • The decision was so important because it held CNA accountable based on the claim adjuster's despicable conduct
  • The decision sent CNA Insurance and claims adjusters throughout Illinois a strong message that Newland & Newland, LLP is going to take the battle directly to the claim adjusters that use deceptive and improper claim practices
  • Gary has obtained millions of dollars for his clients and he has represented people for auto accidents, plane accidents, work related accidents, food poisoning, slip and fall, molestation, dog bites, construction accidents, truck accidents, bus accidents, class actions, mass torts and the list goes on
  • Gary began his career working for one of the top 5 largest law firms in the country where he assisted in the defense of Fortune 500 companies in mass tort litigation
  • Thereafter he used his skills to help individuals to protect their rights, stop abuses of large corporations and insurance companies
  • During his career he also made time to work at Cabrini Green Legal Aid Clinic helping those who could not afford attorneys
  • He also was a prosecutor in Chicago
  • Gary has been brought into cases by other law firms on many occasions for his trial experience for the sole purpose of being the trial lawyer
  • As an undergraduate from Loyola University in Chicago, Gary was admitted to the Blue Key National Honors Society, the Jesuit Honor Society, the Political Science and History Honor Society and was also present in the Pre-Law Society
  • After graduating with honors from Loyola University he was admitted into Loyola Law School and Graduate School to study both political science and law
  • He was presented with his Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola in 1993
  • Gary is a personal injury lawyer or some people like to say PI attorney or personal injury attorney
  • He also represents clients that have had a work injury otherwise commonly known as a work comp claim
  • In fact he has experience representing those with personal injury, federal tort claims, medical malpractice and work comp
  • As a lawyer he has represented people suffering from mild brain injury, traumatic brain injury(TBI), spinal cord injury, herniated disc, occipital nerve injury, carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), reflex sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), torn meniscus, torn bicep, eye injuries, hearing loss injury, tinnitus injury, traumatic amputation, 2nd degree burns, 3rd degree burns, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), neuropathy, lead poisoning, back injuries, frozen shoulder, scars, broken bones and other types of injuries
  • Representative Cases • Newland v
  • Budget Rent a Car, 319 IL
  • App.3d 453 (1st Dist ) • Krause v
  • G.E
  • Capital, 97 C 8589 USCD ( ) • Kossov v
  • All American Star Co., 04 WC 27288 ( ) Fraternities/Sororities • Alpha Sigma Nu • Phi Alpha Theta • Pi Sigma Alpha Professional Associations and Memberships • Northwest Suburban Bar Association • Co-Chair of the Civil Law Committee of the Northwest Suburban Bar • Vice-President of the Suburban Bar Coalition • Vice-President of the Northwest Suburban Bar Association • Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Practice Areas Explained

Gary A. Newland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary A. Newland handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Gary A. Newland is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

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

Gary A. Newland is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Gary A. Newland 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.

Gary A. Newland is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Gary A. Newland is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Libertyville 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gary A. Newland

Where is Gary A. Newland's law office located?
Gary A. Newland's law practice is located in Libertyville, Illinois. The firm is Newland & Newland LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary A. Newland handle?
Gary A. Newland focuses on probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Gary A. Newland practiced law?
Gary A. Newland has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Gary A. Newland go to law school?
Gary A. Newland earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Gary A. Newland for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Loyola University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1993

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