David Cole Davis

David Cole Davis, Workers Comp Attorney in Belleville, Illinois

Over 43 years of legal practice · 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

Retired PartneratBoggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC

Belleville, IL

Practicing workers comp in Belleville since 1983.

43+
Years practicing
4.3 ★
4 client reviews
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David Cole Davis is a retired partner based in Belleville, IL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Based in
Belleville, IL
Experience
over 43 years
Known for
Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Belleville, IL.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About David Cole Davis: David Cole Davis is a retired partner based in Belleville, IL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by David Cole Davis

David concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Belleville, Illinois

David takes workers comp matters in Belleville, 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 David agrees to represent you.

Biography

About David Cole Davis — Over 43 years of Illinois workers comp experience

David Cole Davis is a retired partner based in Belleville, IL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. David has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 4 client reviews.

Mr. David C. Davis has joined the Law Firm of Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs Belleville, LLC practicing our of the Belleville, Illinois office located at 2900 Frank Scott Parkway W, Suite 988, Belleville, Illinois 62223. Mr. Davis has been licensed to practice law in Illinois and Missouri since 1983. His first 10 years were spent prosecuting various civil claims for negligence, products liability, medical malpractice and workers’ compensation.

For the last 23 years, Mr. Davis has focused his practice on defending Illinois workers’ compensation claims throughout the state. He has handled well over a thousand claims, including many seeking benefits for permanent total disability, death, wage differential and occupational diseases. He has won many cases before the arbitrators, Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission and appellate court, and credits an aggressive and thorough defense for saving his clients substantial sums of money. His clients have included insurance companies, self-insured employers and third-party administrators.

Mr. Davis received a BA from Washington & Lee University in 1977 and a J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law in 1982.

How David handles workers comp matters

Mr. David C. Davis has joined the Law Firm of Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs Belleville, LLC practicing our of the Belleville, Illinois office located at 2900 Frank Scott Parkway W, Suite 988, Belleville, Illinois 62223. Mr. Davis has been licensed to practice law in Illinois and Missouri since 1983. His first 10 years were spent prosecuting various civil claims for negligence, products liability,…

Who David represents

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Belleville and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

David Cole Davis's legal education and bar admissions

  • St. Louis University

    J.D. · 1982

  • Washington & Lee University

    B.A. · 1977

Jurisdictions

David's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • Missouri

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1983 · ACTIVE

David studied at J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in Washington & Lee University.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in St. Louis University and B.A. in Washington & Lee University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of David Cole Davis

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

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

David's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Illinois State Bar Association, The Missouri Bar Association

    membership

Locations

David Cole Davis's office in Belleville

David's primary office is at 2900 Frank Scott Parkway W., Suite 998, Belleville, IL, 62223. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Boggs, Avellino, Lach & Boggs, LLC

2900 Frank Scott Parkway W., Suite 998

Belleville, IL 62223

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Client feedback

Client reviews of David Cole Davis — 4.3/5 rating from 4 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Belleville.

4.3

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Hiring guide

How to hire David Cole Davis — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Belleville, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 David

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David Cole Davis

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a workers comp case?

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

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do workers comp cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple workers comp 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Belleville?

    David 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 — David 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 David?

    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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new workers comp clients right now?

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

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Belleville, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois

David handles workers comp matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.

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