Evan Buxner, General Attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on General and Product Liability · 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Of CounselatGori Law Firm
Edwardsville, IL
Practicing general in Edwardsville since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Evan Buxner is an of counsel based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Evan has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Edwardsville, IL
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- General · Product Liability
- Handles General and Product Liability matters from Edwardsville, IL.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Evan Buxner: Evan Buxner is an of counsel based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Evan has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Evan Buxner
Evan concentrates on general and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Evan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Evan takes general matters in Edwardsville, 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 Evan agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Edwardsville, Illinois
Evan takes product liability matters in Edwardsville, 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 Evan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Evan Buxner — Over 33 years of Illinois general experience
Evan Buxner is an of counsel based in Edwardsville, IL. The practice focuses on General and Product Liability. Evan has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gori Law Firm. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Evan Buxner graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1990 and completed his law degree at Saint Louis University in 1993. Mr. Buxner graduated from Saint Louis University Cum Laude, and was a staff member on the Saint Louis University Public Law Review.
After graduating from law school, Mr. Buxner was employed by one of St. Louis' most prestigious trial law firms and within months obtained his first winning jury verdict. Later, he joined a larger law firm in St. Louis Missouri where he worked on complex commercial litigation and defended complex mass torts for one of the nation's largest chemical distributors.
In 2000, Mr. Buxner left the defense bar to work for one of the country's preeminent Plaintiff's firms focusing solely on representing individuals and small companies in personal injury and class action cases. In doing so, he represented hundreds of plaintiffs in the Fen-Phen litigation arising out of Pondimin and Redux's withdrawal from the market after being linked to serious heart disease. Additionally, Mr. Buxner represented plaintiffs who ingested the potentially fatal drug Rezulin, a drug that was prescribed to treat adult-onset Type II diabetes, but was withdrawn from the market in 2000 after being associated with numerous cases of liver damage. Mr. Buxner also worked on numerous consumer class actions dealing with defectively designed cellular telephones, predatory lending, allegations of fraud arising out of credit card transactions and adverse drug reactions.
In 2003 Mr. Buxner opened his own firm. Continuing a tradition of representing individuals injured by dangerous products, he has represented thousands of people hurt by the dangerous drugs Baycol, Vioxx, Bextra, Accutane, Yaz, Reglan, Chantix, Actos, Granuflo and Avandia. He has also successfully represented individuals hurt by dangerous products used in hospitals and construction, like Asbestos.
Mr. Buxner has also successfully represented individuals in class actions against the country's largest companies like US Bank, Wells Fargo, numerous retailers and H&R Block. He has been appointed lead counsel in Federal and State Courts. He was lead counsel in the landmark case of Dundon v. US Bank, wherein he obtained a settlement grossing over ten million dollars to Illinois residents who received approximately Thirty Thousand Dollars per person and was on the Executive Committee in the Wachovia Pick-A-Payment litigation that settled for an estimated 600 million plus dollars.
Mr. Buxner is admitted to practice in state courts in Illinois and Missouri, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, the Southern District of Illinois, the Central District of Illinois, the Northern District of Illinois, and the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals. He is a member of the American Association for Justice, The Million Dollar Advocates Forum, The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and has been selected to Super Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers and is peer rated AV by Martindale-Hubble.
Representative Cases
Dundon v. US Bank
Honors and Awards
Super Lawyers
The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
AV by Martindale-Hubble
Professional Associations and Memberships
American Association for Justice, Member
The Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Member
The Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Member
Evan's approach to general cases
Evan Buxner graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1990 and completed his law degree at Saint Louis University in 1993. Mr. Buxner graduated from Saint Louis University Cum Laude, and was a staff member on the Saint Louis University Public Law Review. After graduating from law school, Mr. Buxner was employed by one of St. Louis' most prestigious trial law firms and within…
The kind of cases Evan takes
Evan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and product liability matters in Edwardsville and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Evan Buxner's legal education and bar admissions
Saint Louis University School of Law
J.D. · 1993
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
B.A. · 1990
Jurisdictions
Evan's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1994 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1993 · ACTIVE
Evan studied at J.D. in Saint Louis University School of Law and B.A. in University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
Law school and academic background
Evan completed J.D. in Saint Louis University School of Law and B.A. in University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Evan runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Evan Buxner
Evan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Evan's professional memberships and bar associations
Bar Association of Metropolitan St
membership
Louis St
membership
Louis County Bar Association
Member, Executive Committee, 1998-1999) American Association for Justice (Member · membership
Locations
Evan Buxner's office in Edwardsville
Evan's primary office is at 156 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL, 62025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Evan Buxner — 4.9/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Evan. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing general attorneys in Edwardsville.
4.9
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How to hire Evan Buxner — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Evan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Evan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Evan'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; Evan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Edwardsville, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Evan
Evan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Evan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Evan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Evan Buxner
How much does it cost to hire Evan for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Evan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Evan offer a free consultation?
Evan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Evan's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Evan's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple general 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. Evan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Evan take my case if I'm outside Edwardsville?
Evan 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 — Evan 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 Evan?
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. Evan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Evan accepting new general clients right now?
Evan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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