VanDerGinst Law
Personal Injury | Serving Chicago, IL
309-793-1234Voted Best Law Firm in the region eight years in a row, with a success rate exceeding 99.5% on injury cases. Never a fee unless we win your case.
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VanDerGinst Law is a nationally respected personal injury law firm proudly rooted in the Quad Cities. For decades, the firm has focused exclusively on representing individuals and families harmed by workplace incidents or the negligence of others, building a reputation for results-driven advocacy and client-centered service.
While the firm handles cases nationwide, a significant portion of its work originates throughout Illinois and Iowa. Its attorneys represent clients in a full range of personal injury matters, including car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, workplace and construction injuries, slip-and-fall claims, defective products, medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, and wrongful death cases.
At VanDerGinst Law, the emphasis is on making a difficult process more manageable. Clients receive clear communication, timely updates, and practical guidance so they can make informed decisions about their cases and their futures.
Every claim is approached with careful preparation and strategic focus. From investigating the facts to evaluating the full scope of damages, the firm works to position each case for maximum recovery—whether through negotiation or litigation.
The firm recovers millions of dollars annually for injured clients and maintains a success rate exceeding 99.5% on injury cases. This consistent performance has earned repeated recognition as one of the top law firms in the region, along with national acknowledgment for excellence in personal injury law.
Consultations are FREE and available 24/7, and cases can be started online or via phone for client convenience.
VLAW GUARANTEE- You pay nothing unless we win your injury case and will never be out of pocket a dime because we advance any necessary costs.
Contact us today if you need help with any of the following:
- Car Accident
- Commercial Trucking Accident
- Motorcycle Accident
- Workers’ Compensation
- Dog Bite
- Slip and Fall
- Unsafe Product Injury
- Wrongful Death
- Any Negligence Claim
Call 309-793-1234 today to arrange your free initial consultation.
Attorney Dennis VanDerGinst
Bar Admissions:
- State of Illinois 1989
- State of Iowa 1994
- State of Wisconsin 1996-2013
- District of Columbia 2022
- United States District Court for Northern District of Illinois 1989
- United States District Court for Central District of Illinois 1992
- United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Federal Circuit 1990
- United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa 2017
- United States Court of Federal Claims 2020
Education:
- DePaul University – College of Law
- Chicago, Illinois
- Juris Doctor, Spring, 1989.
- Northern Illinois University
- DeKalb, Illinois
- Bachelor of Arts, Fall, 1985
- Black Hawk College
- Moline, Illinois
- Fall, 1980 – Spring, 1982
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- AV Preeminent Rating- Martindale -Hubbell
- Super Lawyer- Thomson Reuters
- Best Lawyers in America
- Top 110 Trail Lawyers- The National Trial Lawyers
- Best Attorney of America
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel
- Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award
- AV Preeminent Rating- Martindale -Hubbell
- Super Lawyer- Thomson Reuters
- Best Lawyers in America
- Top 110 Trail Lawyers- The National Trial Lawyers
- Best Attorney of America
- National Association of Distinguished Counsel
- Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award
- American Bar Association 1989-present
- American Association for Justice 1994-present
- Illinois State Bar Association 1992-present
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association 1992-present
- Iowa State Bar Association 1994-present
- Iowa Association for Justice 1994-present
- Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (National Advisory Board)
- Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers 1996-1999
- Chicago Bar Association 1989-1992, 1997-current
- Cook County Bar Association 1989-1992
- DuPage County Bar Association 1991-1993
- Rock Island County Bar Association 1992-present
- Scott County Bar Association 1994-present
- Winnebago County Bar Association 1996-1998
- Brain Injury Association 1996-present
- Illinois Brain Injury Association 1996-present
- Trial Lawyers for Public Justice 1998-present
- Pound Civil Justice Institute 2004-present
- Academy of Trial Professionals 2004-2005
- National Crime Victim Bar Association (former National Board of Directors member)
- American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys 2019
Attorney Eric Bodo
Bar Admissions:
- State of Illinois
Education:
- DePaul University
- College of Law Chicago, IL
- Juris Doctorate
- Marquette University Milwaukee
- Wisconsin Bachelor of Arts – 1993
Attorney Nicholas Bigoness
Bar Admissions:
- State of Illinois
Education:
- The John Marshall Law School, 1984
- Chicago, IL
- Juris Doctor
- St. Mary of the Plains College, 1980
- Dodge City, KS
- Bachelor of Science
Attorney Michael Warner
Bar Admissions:
- State of Illinois
Education:
- Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Attorney Benjamin Cook
Education:
- Bachelor’s in Psychology, University of Kansas 2000. Juris Doctorate, University of Kansas School of Law 2004.
Attorney Nic Davis
Education:
- Gonzaga School of Law
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Since 1997, the "Lead Counsel Verified" status has been granted to attorneys who possess:
- The Right Professional Experience
- A Spotless Record
The following attorneys at this firm are Lead Counsel Verified:
Dennis VanDerGinst
This attorney practices in Illinois and is Lead Counsel Verified in the following practice areas:
| Practice Area | Year |
|---|---|
| Personal Injury | Since 2021 |