Atty. John D. Risvold
John Risvold is an equity partner at Collins Law Group, P.C., based in the Chicago area. He represents individuals and families in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, with a focus on commercial trucking crashes, rideshare and autonomous vehicle litigation, medical malpractice and birth injury, and product defect and negligent design claims.
Car Accident & More Attorney · Serving Naperville, IL · 14+ Years Experience
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About John D. Risvold at a Glance
John D. Risvold is a Partner based in Naperville, Illinois, practicing at Collins Law Group, P.C.. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Illinois Missouri (2012). Educated at University of Missouri School of Law (J.D. Honors, 2012) and University of Missouri (B.A. Political, 2008). Active member of Chicago Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice DuPage County Bar Association. Serves clients in Naperville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John D. Risvold
- John Risvold is an equity partner at Collins Law Group, P.C., based in the Chicago area
- He represents individuals and families in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, with a focus on commercial trucking crashes, rideshare and autonomous vehicle litigation, medical malpractice and birth injury, and product defect and negligent design claims
- John has tried cases to verdict in Illinois state court and litigated complex injury matters across the country
- Over thirteen years of practice, he has recovered more than $50 million for clients
- Before joining Collins Law Group, he defended major insurance carriers and multinational corporations in multimillion-dollar litigation
- That background shapes how he evaluates, builds, and presents cases today, particularly when defense counsel and carriers refuse to value a case honestly
- John is an active member of the American Association for Justice, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Justice HQ, the Chicago Bar Association, and the DuPage County Bar Association
- He has served as a Director of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section and on the ITLA Amicus Curiae Committee
- His cases and commentary have been featured in ABC7 Chicago, NBC5 Chicago, CBS2 Chicago, the Chicago Tribune, the Daily Herald, the Huffington Post, WBBM Radio, Super Lawyers Magazine, and the Naperville Sun
- John earned his B.A. and J.D. from the University of Missouri
- He is admitted to practice in Illinois, Missouri, the U.S
- District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the U.S
- District Court for the Central District of Illinois, and the U.S
- District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri
- John lives in the western suburbs of Chicago with his wife, three children, and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Malla
Practice Areas Explained
John D. Risvold's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John D. Risvold handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Naperville.
Car Accidents in Naperville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Truck Accidents in Naperville
John D. Risvold is one of 4,910 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Medical Malpractice in Naperville
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
John D. Risvold is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Naperville
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. Risvold is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Naperville
John D. Risvold is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Naperville
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 Naperville 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.
Naperville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Naperville-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 Naperville Choose John D. Risvold
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. Risvold's practice in the field of car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John D. Risvold brings 14+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, truck accidents, and medical malpractice, John D. Risvold can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Naperville
A Naperville-based practice means John D. Risvold 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. Risvold Handles in Naperville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John D. Risvold 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. Risvold directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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