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Daniel Vincent O'Connor, Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 34 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Managing PartneratO'Connor & Nakos, Ltd.

Chicago, IL

Practicing personal injury in Chicago since 1992.

34+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Daniel Vincent O'Connor is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Daniel Vincent O'Connor: Daniel Vincent O'Connor is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Daniel takes on

Daniel concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois

Daniel takes personal injury matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Daniel Vincent O'Connor — personal injury lawyer in Chicago

Daniel Vincent O'Connor is a managing partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Daniel has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Daniel Vincent O'Connor is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years. Daniel practices at O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

Daniel's approach to personal injury cases

Daniel Vincent O'Connor is a lawyer practicing personal injury. Daniel received a B.S. degree from Loyola University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years. Daniel practices at O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.

The kind of cases Daniel takes

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Loyola University

    J.D. · 1992

  • Loyola University

    B.S. · 1989

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    1992 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in Loyola University and B.S. in Loyola University.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in Loyola University and B.S. in Loyola University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Associations (Member, Board of Managers) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America

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Locations

Daniel Vincent O'Connor's office in Chicago

Daniel's primary office is at 120 N. LaSalle, 35th Fl., Chicago, IL, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

O'Connor & Nakos, Ltd.

120 N. LaSalle, 35th Fl.

Chicago, IL 60602

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Daniel Vincent O'Connor — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Chicago.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel Vincent O'Connor — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel Vincent O'Connor

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

    Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Daniel is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Daniel accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

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