Atty. Kurt Edward Hanson

Atty. Kurt Edward Hanson

About Kurt Edward Hanson View website Awards Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards Client Champion Awards Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients.

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Profile Summary

About Kurt Edward Hanson at a glance

Kurt Edward Hanson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Garofalo, Schreiber Storm & Grant, Chartered. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1992) and Southern Illinois University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Kurt Edward Hanson got this award in 2021

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

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Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Kurt Edward Hanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kurt Edward Hanson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Kurt Edward Hanson is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 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 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 Kurt Edward Hanson

Where is Kurt Edward Hanson's law office located?
Kurt Edward Hanson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Garofalo, Schreiber Storm & Grant, Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kurt Edward Hanson handle?
Kurt Edward Hanson focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Kurt Edward Hanson practiced law?
Kurt Edward Hanson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Kurt Edward Hanson go to law school?
Kurt Edward Hanson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Kurt Edward Hanson for a consultation?
You can contact Kurt Edward Hanson 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 Kurt Edward Hanson received?
Kurt Edward Hanson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1992
B.S.
Southern Illinois University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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