David Abels

David Abels is an Illinois personal injury lawyer and a partner at Abels & Annes, P.C., who represents people harmed in serious accidents. He handles automobile, bicycle, pedestrian, motorcycle, truck, premises liability, and wrongful death claims. He has focused on injury law since 1997 and has recovered millions of dollars for clients. His approach combines detailed preparation, direct communication, and determined advocacy against insurers and negligent parties while pursuing compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other losses.

David earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in 1994. He received his B.A. from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1991. He joined the Illinois Bar in 1994 and is also a member of the Arizona State Bar. His education and early courtroom work strengthened the research, evidence analysis, negotiation, and trial skills he applies when developing complex personal injury claims and presenting persuasive arguments for accident victims.

David began his legal career as an Assistant State’s Attorney in Henry County, Illinois. He prosecuted traffic, misdemeanor, and felony cases and tried more than twenty jury trials. He later worked in criminal defense before committing his practice to personal injury law. His prosecutorial and defense experience helps him assess witnesses, examine police reports, anticipate opposing arguments, and prepare cases for negotiation or trial with confidence and disciplined courtroom judgment.

David Abels has received repeated Illinois Super Lawyers recognition and selection to its Top 100 list. He is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. His representation emphasizes responsiveness, clear explanations, and attention to each client’s circumstances. He remains prepared to challenge insurance companies and pursue strong outcomes for people recovering from crashes, dangerous property conditions, catastrophic injuries, or serious wrongful death claims.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Abels & Annes, P.C.
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Lifetime Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Lifetime Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• The John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin at Madison
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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