Atty. Gary Annes
Gary Annes is a law partner at Abels & Annes, P.C. He has focused on handling personal injury law for over twenty years.
Auto Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 31+ Years Experience
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About Gary Annes at a Glance
Gary Annes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Abels & Annes, P.C.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995) and Arizona (2010). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 1992). Active member of Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) American Association of Justice The Illinois State Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Annes
- Gary Annes is a law partner at Abels & Annes, P.C
- He has focused on handling personal injury law for over twenty years
- The types of injury cases he works on include auto accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, medical malpractice and sexual abuse
- Since becoming a lawyer in 1995, Gary has handled many jury trials
- Further, he has resolved numerous cases by arbitration and mediation
- He has successfully collected millions of dollars for his clients
- Education Gary grew up in Highland Park, Illinois
- In 1992, he received his bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana
- In 1995, he received his juris doctor from the Loyola University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois
- Law Licenses Gary was sworn in to the Illinois Bar in 1995
- He later became a member of the Arizona Bar in 2010
- Honors Gary was selected as an Illinois Super Lawyer in 2017-2020
- This distinction is given to the top five percent of attorneys
- In 2020 he is on the Illinois Super Lawyers Top 100 List
- He has a “10.0 Superb” personal injury lawyer rating from AVVO
- Also, he has been named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 List
- Publications Gary has co-authored the following publications: • Physical Injuries, Plaintiff’s Perspective: Proving and Disproving Damages in Personal Injury Cases – 2016 Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Supplement to Initial Client Contact: Medical Malpractice – 2013 Supplemental Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Physical Injuries, Plaintiff’s Perspective: Proving and Disproving Damages in Personal Injury Cases – 2012 Edition Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education • Initial Client Contact: Medical Malpractice – 2011 Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Supplement to Physical Injuries, Plaintiff’s Perspective: proving and Disproving Damages in Personal Injury Cases – 2009 Supplemental Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Physical Injuries, Plaintiff’s Perspective: Proving and Disproving Damages in Personal Injury Cases – 2006 Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Initial Client Contact: Medical Malpractice – 2006 Edition Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education • Dispute Resolution: Alternative Procedures for Meeting Planners – The Meeting Professional, November, 1998
- Presentations Gary has given the following presentations: • Advanced Trial Tactics: Opening Statements and Direct Examination – November 18, 2014 • Physical Injuries, Plaintiff’s Perspective: Proving and Disproving Damages in Personal Injury Cases – February 11, 2010 • Swords and Shields: Lawyer Negotiations – November 1-2, 1998
- Gary’s Work Philosophy Gary believes that the purpose of our judicial system is to give every individual the right to seek justice when they have been injured or harmed as a result of the negligence of others
- Due to the complexities of the modern judicial system, a skilled and experienced lawyer is necessary to obtain maximum compensation for injuries from an accident
- The insurance industry works to put up as many barriers as possible to deny ordinary citizens full financial recovery
- Gary dedicates himself to fighting for people who have been harmed
- His proven track record of success on behalf of his clients exemplifies the skill, dedication and experience necessary to prevail in today’s court system
- Prior Work Experience Previously, Gary worked with a defense firm for several years
- He represented the interests of various clients in the areas of automobile, premises liability, construction, toxic tort, insurance coverage and medical malpractice actions
- He handled cases in both the Circuit and Appellate Courts of Illinois
- As a result, Gary learned all the ins and outs of the tactics used by the insurance industry to limit the recoveries of plaintiffs
- He now uses this knowledge and experience to fight for accident victims
- Memberships • Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) • American Association of Justice • The Illinois State Bar Association • Public Justice
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Annes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Annes 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.
Gary Annes 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.
Gary Annes is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →
Wrongful Death in Chicago
Gary Annes 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.
Gary Annes is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Chicago
Gary Annes is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Gary Annes
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 Gary Annes's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Annes brings 31+ 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 and Arizona, Gary Annes 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, Gary Annes 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 Gary Annes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Gary Annes Handles in Chicago
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Gary Annes directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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