John Kalantzis, Aviation Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Aviation and Personal Injury
Chicago, IL
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John Kalantzis is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Aviation · Personal Injury
- Handles Aviation and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026).
About John Kalantzis: John Kalantzis is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by John Kalantzis
John concentrates on aviation and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case John handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation cases in Chicago, Illinois
John takes aviation 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 John agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
John 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 John agrees to represent you.
Biography
About John Kalantzis — Attorney of Illinois aviation experience
John Kalantzis is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury.
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, John grew up working in his family’s restaurant and then stayed local attending both Northwestern University (B.A.) and Notre Dame Law School (J.D.). As a first generation Greek American, John witnessed the difficulties that immigrants can experience while adapting to a new culture. He also experienced the importance of community in helping people to assimilate and understand how to become part of that new culture. He is fluent in Greek and has been active in the community through his volunteer work for his church and other Greek American community organizations. John has also been involved with local educational groups as he has experienced the role education provides in presenting opportunities for enriching and improving one’s life.
Prior to joining the firm, John concentrated his practice on commercial financial matters including commercial litigation and collections where he represented a variety of clients ranging from individuals to multimillion-dollar corporations in both State and Federal Courts. His experience in this area exposed him to the suffering of victims of negligence and spurred him to fight on behalf of injured plaintiffs.
John focuses on aviation law and has a wealth of trial experience in motor vehicle collisions, premises liability and police misconduct. He is also skilled in alternative dispute resolution. John treats every client with the same care he would offer his own family and battles the profit-driven corporations and insurance companies to ensure that his clients get the compensation they deserve.
How John handles aviation matters
Born and raised in the Chicagoland area, John grew up working in his family’s restaurant and then stayed local attending both Northwestern University (B.A.) and Notre Dame Law School (J.D.). As a first generation Greek American, John witnessed the difficulties that immigrants can experience while adapting to a new culture. He also experienced the importance of community in helping people to…
The kind of cases John takes
John reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
John Kalantzis's legal education and bar admissions
University of Notre Dame
— · 2004
Northwestern University
— · 2000
John studied at — in University of Notre Dame and — in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
John completed — in University of Notre Dame and — in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice John runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of John Kalantzis
John has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
John Kalantzis's office in Chicago
John's primary office is at 120 North LaSalle Street, 36th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire John Kalantzis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with John usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
John charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain John'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; John will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 John
John discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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. John confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
John's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about John Kalantzis
How much does it cost to hire John for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. John walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does John offer a free consultation?
John charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain John's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check John's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple aviation 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. John gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can John take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
John 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 — John 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 John?
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. John will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is John accepting new aviation clients right now?
John's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Aviation attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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