Cannon Lambert, Sr.

Cannon Lambert, Sr., is a widely respected trial attorney recognized for securing meaningful results in complex personal injury and civil rights cases. He is known for steadfast advocacy in both high-profile and everyday matters, consistently fighting for people harmed by negligence or misconduct. His work has delivered life-changing outcomes for families seeking accountability.

Cannon completed his education by earning his J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law, building the legal foundation that supports his extensive litigation career. Since entering the Illinois Bar in 1996, he has developed a reputation for thorough preparation, strategic courtroom skill, and a commitment to protecting victims’ rights across many challenging case types.

Cannon has obtained major recoveries for clients, including a result exceeding half a million dollars for a father wrongfully confined in a visitor’s room at the Cook County Jail. He also represented Sandra Bland’s family, securing $1.9 million and helping drive policy changes. His achievements include multimillion-dollar outcomes in cases involving a drowning on a school trip, a semi-truck collision, and a fatal transport-van incident, demonstrating his ability to handle severe and catastrophic injury matters with precision.

Cannon focuses his practice on wrongful death, catastrophic injury, personal injury, nursing home negligence, motor vehicle collisions, police misconduct, and civil rights litigation. He is admitted to the Illinois State Bar and multiple federal courts, including the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Northern District of Illinois – Trial Bar, and the Northern District of Indiana, allowing him to advocate effectively in significant federal matters.

Cannon Lambert, Sr., has been recognized through honors such as Super Lawyers (2022–2026) and the National Black Lawyers Top 100. His service includes leadership roles with the Cook County Bar Association and the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. He continues to fight for justice with unwavering dedication, ensuring injured individuals and families receive the representation they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Karchmar & Lambert, P.C.
• Member, Cook County Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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