Atty. William J. Burke

Atty. William J. Burke

William J. Burke is a lawyer practicing construction / development, insurance, workers compensation.

Western Springs Western Springs 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About William J. Burke at a glance

William J. Burke is a Member based in Western Springs, Illinois. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on workers comp and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois Indiana (1978). Educated at IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of Illinois (B.S. Accounting, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Western Springs, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William J. Burke is a lawyer practicing construction / development, insurance, workers compensation
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • William practices in Western Springs, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William J. Burke 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.

William J. Burke is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

William J. Burke is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Western Springs 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 William J. Burke

Where is William J. Burke's law office located?
William J. Burke's law practice is located in Western Springs, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Burke handle?
William J. Burke focuses on workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William J. Burke practiced law?
William J. Burke has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did William J. Burke go to law school?
William J. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S. Accounting, 1974).
How can I contact William J. Burke for a consultation?
You can contact William J. Burke 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 William J. Burke received?
William J. Burke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
IIT/Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1978
B.S. Accounting
University of Illinois
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Indiana
Admitted: 1978

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