Atty. Richard Patrick Nilson
Richard Patrick Nilson is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, car accidents. Richard received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Car Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Richard Patrick Nilson at a Glance
Richard Patrick Nilson is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nilson, Stookal, Gleason & Caputo. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1981) and Northern Illinois University (B.S., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Patrick Nilson
- Richard Patrick Nilson is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, car accidents
- Richard received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Richard practices at Nilson, Stookal, Gleason & Caputo in Chicago, IL
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Richard Patrick Nilson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Patrick Nilson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Car Accidents in Chicago
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard Patrick Nilson is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →
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.
Richard Patrick Nilson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Chicago
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Richard Patrick Nilson is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 Richard Patrick Nilson
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 Richard Patrick Nilson's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard Patrick Nilson brings 45+ 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, personal injury, and workers comp, Richard Patrick Nilson 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 Richard Patrick Nilson 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 Richard Patrick Nilson Handles in Chicago
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Richard Patrick Nilson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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