Atty. John Michael Saletta
John Michael Saletta is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury, negligence, medical negligence and 4 other areas of law. John Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Catastrophic Injury & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About John Michael Saletta at a Glance
John Michael Saletta is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of John G. Kelly, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1988), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1996). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Society of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Michael Saletta
- John Michael Saletta is a lawyer practicing catastrophic injury, negligence, medical negligence and 4 other areas of law
- John Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
- John Michael practices at Law Offices of John G. Kelly, P.C. in Chicago, IL
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John Michael Saletta's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Saletta handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Wrongful Death in Chicago
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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 Michael Saletta is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Chicago
John Michael Saletta is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Brain & Spinal Cord Injury in Chicago
John Michael Saletta is one of 10,159 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Illinois →
Construction Accidents in Chicago
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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 Michael Saletta
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 Michael Saletta's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, product liability, tbi/sci, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Michael Saletta brings 38+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, John Michael Saletta can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability, John Michael Saletta 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 Michael Saletta 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 Michael Saletta Handles in Chicago
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