Atty. Jamie M. Trapp

Atty. Jamie M. Trapp

Named as Chicago area Super Lawyers (Chicago Magazine) for Personal Injury 2006-2011; Editor, "Automobile Litigation in Illinois," 2002. Chairman, Illinois Trial Lawyers Seminar Planning Chairman, 2001-2002.

Northbrook Northbrook 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (224) 561-4416 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Jamie M. Trapp at a glance

Jamie M. Trapp is a Partner based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Trapp & Geller. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1981). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1981) and Western Illinois University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Seminar Planning Chairman, 2001, Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Named as Chicago area Super Lawyers (Chicago Magazine) for Personal Injury 2006-2011
  • Editor, "Automobile Litigation in Illinois," 2002
  • Chairman, Illinois Trial Lawyers Seminar Planning Chairman, 2001-2002
  • Presidents Award bestowed for outstanding service to the Illinois Trial Lawyers Assn., 2002

Practice Areas Explained

Jamie M. Trapp's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jamie M. Trapp handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Jamie M. Trapp is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Truck Accidents

Jamie M. Trapp is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents 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.

Jamie M. Trapp is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Jamie M. Trapp 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.

Jamie M. Trapp is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Northbrook 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 Jamie M. Trapp

Where is Jamie M. Trapp's law office located?
Jamie M. Trapp's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Trapp & Geller. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jamie M. Trapp handle?
Jamie M. Trapp focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jamie M. Trapp practiced law?
Jamie M. Trapp has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Jamie M. Trapp go to law school?
Jamie M. Trapp earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Jamie M. Trapp for a consultation?
You can contact Jamie M. Trapp 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.
What awards or recognition has Jamie M. Trapp received?
Jamie M. Trapp's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1981
B.A.
Western Illinois University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1981

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