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Edward George Willer
Corboy & Demetrio P.C. • Chicago, IL
Construction DevelopmentManufacturingPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(855) 490-7334
Address
33 N Dearborn St Ste 2100, Chicago, IL, 60602-3189, US
Professional
About
Edward George Willer is a distinguished Partner at the renowned Chicago law firm of Corboy & Demetrio, where he specializes in Manufacturing and Personal Injury law. With a proven track record of securing multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts, Mr. Willer is a formidable advocate for his clients. His remarkable accomplishments include a landmark $7.6 million verdict achieved after an intensive 14-day jury trial, which was awarded to a client who sustained serious injuries in a construction site accident. Mr. Willer’s legal expertise extends to high-stakes cases, including a notable victory in which he successfully argued before the Illinois Appellate and Supreme Courts, resulting in a $6 million settlement for the family of a worker who tragically lost his life in an oil refinery explosion. He has also obtained a $4.5 million settlement for the family of a union laborer killed in a backhoe truck accident at a construction site. In addition to these high-profile cases, Mr. Willer secured a $5 million settlement in a strict product liability action on behalf of a maintenance technician who suffered severe injuries while working. He also represented a young woman who sustained life-altering injuries in a vehicular accident involving an ambulance, achieving a $4.75 million settlement for her as she was struck while driving home from work. An avid investigator, Mr. Willer has traveled globally to prepare his cases, including conducting discovery depositions in Japan for a lawsuit against a manufacturer of all-purpose lighters. With his commitment to justice and a relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes, Edward G. Willer remains a trusted name in the Chicago legal community, dedicated to advocating for victims' rights in the fields of Manufacturing and Personal Injury law.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1973 DePaul University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1973 DePaul University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2018 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2017 Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell 2017 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2015 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Associations
2013 - Present The Society of Trial Lawyers Member 2012 - Present Illinois Supreme Court Committee on Character and Fitness Member 1991 - Present Chicago Bar Association Civil Practice Committee 1990 - Present Chicago Bar Association Circuit Court Committee 1973 - Present American Association for Justice Stwarts & Hall of Fame Committees
Speaking
2005 Kansas Trial Lawyers Association - Technology Seminar The Effective USe of Technology 2005 ATLA: High Impact, Low Cost - The Effective Use of In-House Technology to Prepare and Present Your Case "The Use of Standard, Off the Shelf Products to Impress Jurors and Win Cases"
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Updated: May 25, 2026