Rafael J. Guzman

Rafael J. Guzman is an Illinois attorney focusing on workers’ compensation, personal injury, traffic matters, criminal defense, settlement negotiations, litigation, and arbitration. His work supports injured workers, accident victims, drivers, and clients facing legal claims or charges. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he helps clients understand their rights, review options, prepare claims, and pursue practical outcomes through negotiation, hearings, arbitration, or litigation.

Rafael earned a J.D. from The John Marshall Law School in Chicago. He also earned a B.A. in Sociology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His education supports legal research, case analysis, written advocacy, and client counseling. During law school, he worked with the Fair Housing Legal Clinic, representing victims of housing discrimination and strengthening his commitment to practical client advocacy.

Rafael worked as a Juvenile Probation Officer for Whiteside County before entering law school. That experience gave him early insight into court procedures, community needs, and client communication. In law school, he served as an executive member of the Latino Law Student Association and as a board member of the Illinois Latino Law Student Association, supporting networking and professional development for Latino law students.

Rafael J. Guzman helps clients address legal matters with preparation, communication, and steady advocacy. His work includes workers’ compensation claims, injury cases, traffic issues, criminal defense matters, settlements, litigation, and arbitration. He regularly works with Spanish-speaking clients, explaining available rights and legal steps in clear language. Through case review, negotiation, hearing preparation, and direct guidance, he helps clients pursue informed decisions and practical results in Illinois legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

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

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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