Atty. John D. Dalton
John D. Dalton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, insurance, personal injury and 5 other areas of law.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 39+ Years Experience
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About John D. Dalton at a Glance
John D. Dalton is a personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U. S. District Court, Southern and Central Distri (1989). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1987) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Member, Insurance and Securities Committee), Illinois State (Member, Insurance Section Counsel) and American (Member, Business Law Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John D. Dalton
- John D. Dalton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, insurance, personal injury and 5 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- John practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
John D. Dalton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Dalton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
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.
John D. Dalton 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.
John D. Dalton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John D. Dalton is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
John D. Dalton is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 John D. Dalton
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 John D. Dalton's practice in the field of personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John D. Dalton brings 39+ 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 U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U. S. District Court, Southern and Central Distri, John D. Dalton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and litigation, John D. Dalton 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 John D. Dalton 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 John D. Dalton Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John D. Dalton has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John D. Dalton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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