John William McCracken
Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. • Edwardsville, IL
LitigationEmployment LawInsurancePersonal InjuryReal Estate
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Contact
Email
john@mccrackenlaw.com
Phone
(618) 350-4473
Website
Address
Edwardsville, IL, 62025, US
Professional
About
**John William McCracken** **Location:** Edwardsville, IL **Firm:** Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C. **Practice Areas:** Employment Law, Insurance, Personal Injury, Real Estate John William McCracken is a seasoned attorney at Goldenberg Heller & Antognoli, P.C., where he brings over two decades of comprehensive legal experience to his clients in Edwardsville and throughout southern and central Illinois. Prior to joining the firm, John was a partner at Coffey & McCracken Law Firm since 2001, where he expertly managed all litigation matters and provided strategic counsel on a diverse array of transactional issues. John's litigation experience is extensive, having prosecuted and defended a wide variety of cases, including shareholder disputes, breaches of contract, title insurance claims, real estate disputes, negligence, fraud, and conspiracy claims. His advocacy skills have been finely honed through hundreds of court appearances across multiple jurisdictions, making him a formidable presence in the courtroom. In addition to his litigation prowess, John possesses a wealth of knowledge in corporate and transactional law. He has successfully formed numerous corporate entities and has guided clients through complex asset and stock purchases, employment matters, real estate developments, and collection actions. Notably, John has carved out a unique niche in the fiber-optic communications sector, representing clients in the construction and sale of advanced fiber-optic communication systems. John's academic credentials further bolster his legal acumen. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Saint Louis University in 1997, a Master’s of Public Administration from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville in 1992, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Millikin University in 1990. Committed to staying at the forefront of legal developments, John actively participates in continuing legal education courses. With his extensive experience and dedication to client service, John McCracken is well-equipped to handle the diverse legal needs of individuals and businesses alike.
About Litigation Law
Litigation attorneys represent clients in civil lawsuits, handling all aspects of disputes from filing through trial and appeal. They are skilled advocates in and out of the courtroom. Common matters include civil disputes, business litigation, contract disputes, appeals.
Credentials
Education
1997 Saint Louis University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1992 Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville Master of Public Administration 1990 Millikin University
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Associations
1998 - Present Illinois State Bar Association Member 1998 - Present Madison County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2017 Best Practice Series Mediating Estate Disputes
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Updated: May 25, 2026