Brent R. Eames - Chicago, IL
Attorney at Eames Law Group
Workers' Compensation Lawyers in Chicago, IL
542 S. Dearborn Street Suite 650 Chicago, IL 60605
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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17
Years
Experience
Chicago Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Workers' Compensation 50%
- Personal Injury - Plaintiff 50%
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Top Chicago personal injury attorney, Brent Eames, founded Eames Law Group in 2018 with the goal of providing the best legal representation for injured victims across Illinois. As the son of a union carpenter and a union school teacher, Mr. Eames was raised with working-class values and developed a passion for fighting for the rights of people as opposed to corporations and insurance companies. This passion has led Mr. Eames to develop a reputation across Illinois as an aggressive and skilled trial attorney who will not settle for less than what justice for his clients demands.
Brent Eames is consistently recognized as among the best attorneys for workers’ compensation and personal injury cases in Chicago, and throughout Illinois. Brent Eames was recognized as a Super Lawyer, which represents the top 5% of the lawyers in the state regardless of age, practice area, or geographic region. Additionally, Brent Eames has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer, which is an honor reserved for attorneys who have been recommended by their peers to be among the TOP LAWYERS in the areas of practice. Less than 5% of all lawyers licensed in each state have received the distinction of Leading Lawyer. Brent Eames has also been awarded the distinction of AV Preeminent by the Martindale Hubbell publication, which is the highest rating you can get in the peer-review process. To earn an AV rating, an attorney needs at least 10 years of experience. If you receive an AV rating, it means Mr. Eames has been recognized for having high levels of integrity and skill.
Mr. Eames is a top trial attorney who has an established track record of success. This began during his first year of practice, when at the age of 26, Mr. Eames obtained a judgment in LaSalle County for over $1,200,000.00 on behalf of an injured union roadworker who was struck by an automobile at a high rate of speed, causing serious injuries. In the years since, Brent Eames has countless additional victories to his credit totaling many millions of dollars, and he continues to fight for and secure maximum recoveries for his clients across the State of Illinois in both claims for civil personal injury and workers' compensation.
A large focus of Brent's practice is dedicated to the representation of firefighters and police officers who have been injured in the line of duty. In addition to workers' compensation hearings, Brent has represented over a hundred injured firefighters and police officers in their applications for disability benefits under the Illinois Pension Code, as well as in claims for PEDA and PSEBA benefits.
Brent Eames is a frequent lecturer on behalf of the Illinois State Bar Association on topics including trial strategies, first responder injuries, and legal changes in the practice of workers’ compensation. He has been elected to leadership positions in legal organizations which specialize in personal injury, as well as workers’ compensation.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Selected to Super Lawyers, 2025
- Selected to Illinois Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2013; 2016-2024
- Illinois Leading Lawyers Emerging Lawyer, 2025
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell
Other Sources of Feedback About Brent R. Eames
Included on the 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2013 Illinois Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Northern Illinois University College of Law,
DeKalb,
Illinois, 2009
J.D.
Honors: cum laude
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Northern Illinois University College of Law,
DeKalb,
Illinois, 2009
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Non Legal Education
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Western Illinois University,
Macomb,
Illinois, 2006
B.A.
Major: Political Science
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Western Illinois University,
Macomb,
Illinois, 2006
Current Employment Position(s)
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Owner & Founder
Classes and Seminars
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"Preparing Your Case for Trial: A Petitioner an Respondent Perspective," Illinois State Bar Association Workers' Compensation Seminar, Feb. 17, 2024
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"Case Law Update,” Illinois State Bar Association Workers’ Compensation Seminar, Oct. 09, 2023
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"Preparing Your Case for Trial: A Petitioner and Respondent Perspective," Illinois State Bar Association Workers’ Compensation Seminar, Feb. 21, 2022
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“Coordinating Workers’ Compensation Law with Public Employees,” Illinois State Bar Association Spring Workers’ Compensation Seminar, Feb. 17, 2020
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“Electronic Evidence and Social Media,” Illinois State Bar Association Fall Workers’ Compensation Seminar, Oct. 14, 2019
- “Coordinating Workers’ Compensation Benefits for First Responders,” Illinois State Bar Association Fall Workers’ Compensation Seminar, Oct. 9, 2017
Pro Bono Activities
- NIU College of Law Board of Visitors
- Lemont Youth Baseball Coach, 2021 - Present
Published Works
Articles
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Navigating Uncharted Waters: A Guide to Spotting Jurisdiction Under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Trial Journal of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Volume 16, Number 2 (Summer 2014)
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“The claimant’s attorney’s point of view for workers’ compensation claims” – American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons’ 15th Annual AAOS Occupational Orthopaedics and Workers’ Compensation Course: A Multidisciplinary Perspective – November 1, 2013
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Building a Winning Slip-and-Fall Case: How to Utilize the Building Code to Win Premises Liability Claims, Trial Journal of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Volume 13, Number 1 (Winter 2011)
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2009
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 2010
- U.S. District Court Central District of Illinois, 2014
Other Affiliations
- Illinois State Bar Association – Vice Chair of Workers’ Compensation Section Council
- Northern Illinois University College of Law Board of Visitors
- Northern Illinois University College of Law Alumni Council (Past President)
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
- Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association
- Chair of ISBA Workers' Compensation Section Council
- Member of ISBA Torts Section Council
- Vice-Chair of Northern Illinois University College of Law Board of Visitors
Reviews
Highlights
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4.8 Value
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4.8 Quality of Service
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5.0 Professional Competence
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Consulted Attorney 2025Mr. Eames went above and beyond to assist and advise me. Although my case ultimately wasn’t suitable for action, he took the time to walk me through the pros and cons with patience and courtesy. I highly recommend him
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Hired Attorney 2021-2022I am grateful to Attorney Eames and his team in handling my case for my work related injury while working as Registered Nurse. He is caring and compassionate and highly knowledgeable. The amount of time he had spent is greatly appreciated. The outcome of my case was far more than I had expected. Excellent service! I highly recommend him not only to healthcare professionals but to anyone dealing with the challenges of work related injuries.
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Contact
542 S. Dearborn Street
Suite 650
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 312-319-8350
Fax: 312-380-0540
Email: Send a message
Hours: M-F 8:00am - 6:30pm; Sat 8:00am - 12:30pm; Sun by Appointment
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