Gary R. Thompson

Gary R. Thompson is an Illinois attorney focusing on personal injury claims, workers’ compensation, criminal law, Chapter 7 bankruptcy, traffic matters, and civil litigation. His work supports injured clients, workers, drivers, individuals facing charges, and people seeking debt relief. He helps clients evaluate facts, understand legal options, prepare evidence, respond to claims, and pursue practical resolutions through negotiation, hearings, litigation, or court proceedings.

Gary earned a J.D. from Northern Illinois University. He also earned a B.A. from the University of Iowa. His education supports legal research, case evaluation, written advocacy, and client counseling. He uses that background to review injury claims, workplace accidents, traffic allegations, criminal matters, bankruptcy concerns, insurance disputes, damages, and procedural requirements involved in Illinois state and federal legal matters.

Gary has 18 years of experience litigating personal injury claims, workers’ compensation cases, criminal law matters, Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases, and traffic cases. Fluent in Spanish, he helps serve clients who need clear communication during stressful legal problems. His background includes courtroom work, claim preparation, case strategy, and advocacy for clients dealing with injuries, financial pressure, charges, citations, or contested legal issues.

Gary R. Thompson helps clients address legal matters with preparation, communication, and practical judgment. His work supports people seeking compensation, benefits, defense, debt relief, or guidance after accidents and disputes. He belongs to the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and American Bar Association. He is also admitted to the Federal Trial Bar and serves with charitable organizations while helping clients pursue informed decisions in demanding Illinois matters involving claims, courts, and legal negotiations.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ferris & Thompson, LTD
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Northern Illinois University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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