Nicholas P. Kelly - Chicago, IL
Attorney at Wallace Miller
Personal Injury Lawyers in Chicago, IL
150 N. Wacker Dr. Suite 1100 Chicago, IL 60606
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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9
Years
Experience
Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
- Premises Liability
- Wrongful Death
- Medical Malpractice
- Class Action Litigation
- Mass Tort Litigation
Attorney Information
Overview
Nicholas Patrick Kelly has recovered millions of dollars every year for his clients. Nicholas centers his career on protecting people’s rights, both inside and outside the courtroom, against some of the most powerful insurance companies in the world. He focuses on personal injury law, with specific areas of practice in car accident claims, truck accident claims, premises liability cases, and wrongful death claims.
Nicholas graduated from the University of Illinois, College of Law where he was awarded a merit-based full-tuition scholarship.
Nicholas aggressively represents injured individuals and their families in personal injury and wrongful death matters. Over the course of his education and career, Nicholas has fought tirelessly against insurance companies, corporations, and institutions that prey on the vulnerability of the public. He treats every client’s case with care, attention, and compassion as if each client were a family member.
He understands that, in most instances, his clients are experiencing the most difficult times of their lives and are relying on him exclusively to protect their best interests. As such, he works around the clock to ensure that he maximizes their recoveries and achieves the best possible outcomes in their cases. Nicholas takes pride in knowing the facts, the law, and how to persuade judges and juries.
Client Reviews
“Legal matters are high stress and when you’re dealing with an injury on top of it, they can be nothing short of overwhelming. Lawyers can be very difficult to deal with, however, that was NOT my experience with this group of attorneys. Nick Kelly was extremely compassionate and is invested in my case. He promised that he would fight hard for me and he was true to his word. Nick Kelly is available when you need him and communicates every step of the way. Nick Kelly spends the time needed explaining things thoroughly to his clients. Nick Kelly makes certain he truly understood my perspective and what I am and will continue going through. Personal Injury cases can be a long process and throughout litigation, his integrity never wavered. Thank you for being my voice and fighting hard for my well-being Nick. You made this long road ahead a little easier and my legal journey painless. Best of luck in your future.”
-Jenny W.
“Nick Kelley is an amazing, hardworking and committed attorney . He did a wonderful job working with me and my family. He communicated with us effectively, answered all our questions and always looked for our best interest . We feel very honored to have worked with him.”
-Thelma T.
Casework
- Back injury – $2.5 million recovery
- Shoulder injury – $925k recovery
- Knee injury – $1 million recovery
- Leg injury – $575k recovery
- Finger injury – $210k recovery
- Dog bite injury – $201.5k recovery
- Concussion injury – $750k recovery
Media Appearances
- WGN Radio 720AM, Let’s Get Legal with host Jon Hansen, Why should people reach out to an attorney right away after an accident?, March 2024
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Illinois Super Lawyer’s Rising Stars List, 2024
Other Sources of Feedback About Nicholas P. Kelly
Included on the 2026 Illinois Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Illinois Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Illinois College of Law,
Illinois
J.D.
Honors: Awarded Merit-Based Full-Tuition Scholarship
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University of Illinois College of Law,
Illinois
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Non Legal Education
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University of Illinois,
Chicago
B.A.
Major: Philosophy
Minor: English
Minor: History
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University of Illinois,
Chicago
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney, Personal Injury
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
Other Affiliations
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
- Illinois State Bar Association
- Chicago Bar Association
- American Bar Association
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Contact
150 N. Wacker Dr.
Suite 1100
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312-792-3415
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.wallacemiller.com/
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