Clark Johnson & Knight, Ltd. utilizes an efficient, case-management approach aimed at producing results in a cost-effective manner. The firm seeks reasonable resolutions without burdensome and costly litigation. Should that be unsuccessful, we then step up to the courtroom challenge for a decision by the judge or jury.

Our firm members have established a track record of success at the trial and appellate levels, producing outstanding results and substantial cost savings for our clients.

Great Settlement Obtained in General Liability Case Filed in Cook County, IL. Jury Returns Defense Verdict for City of Elkhart Complete Defense Victory for the Macon County Sheriff’s Office Successful Motion to Dismiss in Illinois State Court Successful Negotiation of a Law Enforcement-Involved Shooting in Northern District of Illinois Favorable Defense Verdict on Damages for Town of Schererville, Indiana Summary Judgment Granted in General Liability Case in Winnebago County, IL Favorable Settlement Achieved for Law Enforcement Defendants Post-MSJ in Northern District of Indiana Summary Judgment Granted in Law Enforcement-Involved Shooting in the Northern District of Indiana Defense Verdict Obtained in Premises Liability Case in Porter County, IN Summary Judgment Upheld on Appeal in Law Enforcement Involved Death Case Favorable Damages Award on Uninsured Motorist Claim in Lake County, IN Defense Verdict in Police Pursuit in St. Joseph County, Indiana Landmark 7th Circuit Case Involving False Arrest, Law Enforcement and Qualified Immunity Favorable Defense Verdict on Damages in Lake County, Indiana Defense Verdict Obtained in Use of Force Case in Northern District of Indiana Defense Verdict on Behalf Union Pacific Railroad in Cook County, IL Directed Verdict Obtained in Class of One Equal Protection Claim in Northern District of Indiana Defense Verdict Obtained in Premises Case in Lake County, IL Defense Verdict Obtained in Cook County, IL in Premises Liability Case RECORD OF SUCCESS

Law Enforcement Liability Employment Discrimination Litigation Public Entity / Tort Litigation / Road Cases Indian Arts & Crafts Act Civil Rights Defense Appellate Practices Construction Negligence Premises Liability General Liability Worker's Compensation