Atty. John Malvik
Recipient Letter of Commendation, Illinois State Bar Association President's Task Force on Certification of Areas of Special Expertise. Listed in: Who's Who in American Law, 4th Edition, 1986; Who's Who in the World, 8th Edition, 1988; Men of Achievement, 12th Edition, 1986.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Rock Island, IL
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About John Malvik at a Glance
John Malvik is a Senior Attorney based in Rock Island, Illinois, practicing at Winstein, Kavensky & Cunningham, LLC. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2003). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1974) and Augustana College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Rock Island County and Illinois State (Chairman, 1990-1991 and Editor, 1991-1992 of Newsletter, Standing Committee on Law Related Education for the Public) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Rock Island, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Malvik
- Recipient Letter of Commendation, Illinois State Bar Association President's Task Force on Certification of Areas of Special Expertise
- Listed in: Who's Who in American Law, 4th Edition, 1986
- Who's Who in the World, 8th Edition, 1988
- Men of Achievement, 12th Edition, 1986
- Court Certified Arbitrator and Mediator
- Certified Teacher, Secondary Education, 1971
- Instructor, Blackhawk College, 1977-1979
- Guest Lecturer, Augustana College and Blackhawk College, 1980—
- Member, Rock Island County Board, 1996—
- Assistant Public Defender, 1077-1980 and Assistant State's Attorney, 1974-1977, Rock Island County
- Past President, Kidney Foundation, 1981
Practice Areas Explained
John Malvik's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Malvik handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rock Island.
Personal Injury in Rock Island
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.
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Criminal Defense in Rock Island
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Workers Compensation in Rock Island
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rock Island
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 Rock Island 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.
Rock Island Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rock Island-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 Rock Island Choose John Malvik
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 Malvik's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp, John Malvik can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rock Island
A Rock Island-based practice means John Malvik 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 John Malvik Handles in Rock Island
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John Malvik 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.
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