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Law Offices of Michael J. Helfand LLC
Chicago Personal Injury Lawyer — 88 Client Reviews Analyzed
4.7(88 reviews)Law Offices of Michael J. Helfand LLC is a Personal Injury law firm in Chicago, IL, located at 70 W Madison St ste 1100 and reachable at +1312-346-5578. Clients have rated the firm 4.7 out of 5 across 88 public Google reviews, 8 of which include written feedback. The most recent written review is from Crystal Arteaga on Jun 10, 2026 (54 days ago).
Owner engagement: Law Offices of Michael J. Helfand LLC replies on 35% of visible Google reviews, and roughly 16% of those replies are at least somewhat personalized rather than fully templated — one of the 12 client-experience dimensions CrashStory's review intelligence scores. Use this as a proxy for how responsive the firm is likely to be with you.
What reviewers consistently praise: communication and updates, care for the whole situation, and help during a stressful moment. These themes surfaced across dozens of reviews when CrashStory analyzed sentiment and case-experience dimensions on this firm's Google reviews. Compare these against any other firm you're considering — most attorneys have only two or three themes reviewers consistently return to.
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Law Offices of Michael J. Helfand LLC is a personal injury law firm serving clients in Chicago, Illinois, located at 70 W Madison St ste 1100 60602.
Review evidence: Clients have left 88 public Google reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, 8 of which include written feedback. CrashStory scores 12 client-experience dimensions across this review corpus — compare side-by-side with other Chicago, Illinois firms before you decide.
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Contact Law Offices of Michael J. Helfand LLC at (312) 346-5578 or visit illinoisworkerscomplaw.com for a free case review.
88 public reviews and 17 written reviews.
Most recent written review from Crystal Arteaga: May 13, 2026 (82 days ago)
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Replies on 85% of recent reviews
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Most recent written review from Crystal Arteaga: May 13, 2026 (82 days ago)
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Great workers comp lawyer in Chicago
Michael was refreshingly kind and informative in a world that seems to be less and less connected. He was prompt on his reply and helpful. You will want to work with him if you can! Thank you Michael!
In the attorney’s own article, he talks about how some workers’ compensation lawyers provide terrible service, ignoring clients, not responding, and not properly hearing them, and criticizes that kind of behavior. That’s why my experience stood out. I was told to call back to discuss my case, but when I did, the call lasted about a minute and a half and I wasn’t given a real opportunity to explain anything. It felt like the outcome was already decided before the conversation even started. When I tried to clarify my situation, I was told I was wrong without any meaningful discussion or effort to understand what I was saying. I understand not every case is a fit. But based on what he’s said about how clients should be treated, I expected at least a fair opportunity to be heard. That didn’t happen here. This kind of experience is exactly what he warns clients about, and that’s not a good thing!
70 W Madison St ste 1100, Chicago, IL 60602
| Date | Location | Severity | Distance | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2026 | S COLUMBUS DR Two-Vehicle Crash·2 vehicles | Minor Injury 1 injured | 0.59 mi | View → |
| Feb 14, 2026 | S STATE ST Rear-End Collision·2 vehicles | Possible Injury 3 injured | 0.89 mi | View → |
| Feb 14, 2026 | S WABASH AVE Two-Vehicle Crash·2 vehicles | Minor Injury 2 injured | 1.05 mi | View → |
| Feb 14, 2026 | N LAKE SHORE DR Rear-End Collision·2 vehicles | Possible Injury 2 injured | 1.1 mi | View → |
| Feb 14, 2026 | W FRY ST Parked Vehicle Collision·2 vehicles | Minor Injury 2 injured | 1.5 mi | View → |
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Most recent written review from Crystal Arteaga: May 13, 2026 (82 days ago)
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Great workers comp lawyer in Chicago
Owner response
Thanks Crystal, appreciate it.
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Michael was refreshingly kind and informative in a world that seems to be less and less connected. He was prompt on his reply and helpful. You will want to work with him if you can! Thank you Michael!
Owner response
Thanks. You are too kind. Glad I could help. Always feels good to help such a nice person.
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In the attorney’s own article, he talks about how some workers’ compensation lawyers provide terrible service, ignoring clients, not responding, and not properly hearing them, and criticizes that kind of behavior. That’s why my experience stood out. I was told to call back to discuss my case, but when I did, the call lasted about a minute and a half and I wasn’t given a real opportunity to explain anything. It felt like the outcome was already decided before the conversation even started. When I tried to clarify my situation, I was told I was wrong without any meaningful discussion or effort to understand what I was saying. I understand not every case is a fit. But based on what he’s said about how clients should be treated, I expected at least a fair opportunity to be heard. That didn’t happen here. This kind of experience is exactly what he warns clients about, and that’s not a good thing!
Owner response
This post is a fabrication. We are not your lawyer and explained very clearly why we could not take your case over. You provided details that made that a quick and easy decision. We love helping people and would have loved to help you, but you are not our client and when it became clear that you could not be, we wished you well. Beyond that, we literally called you within minutes of you reaching out. We still wish you the best with your case.
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Amazing service
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I am extremely impressed with the speed and prompt follow-up after my initial inquiry. Michael went above and beyond to help in every possible way, and his support was truly appreciated. Thank you for the exceptional service!
Owner response
Thanks so much Kathy! Best of luck.
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This supposedly lawyer is a lacking. I called based on an article I read online and it seemed like a similar case I may have. Instead, I received an arrogant person. Yes, I felt very insulted to be treated this way without having regards or empathy what people may go through STAY AWAY from law firms like this. They tell their clients to make good reviews in exchange to services. I do reccomend nor would want anyone to go through what I went through. And I will update once I find a lawyer with respect and perhaps reroute you to them. Update: That is not true. You cut me off, so how in the world can you possibly say I was requiring about insurance? You are also a liar. And so funny you have time to write a review. I’m going to report you to the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission.
Owner response
Maam, you called looking for help finding insurance coverage. As we tried to explain, we are not an insurance company but a law firm. I'm sorry we can not help you.
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Very prompt response. Listen to my current situation. Immediate response and action in guidance w legal council. Communicated detail every step w moving forward, what to expect, and followed up after outcome. Also giving me support and ensuring w recommendation in good hands. I can’t say enough how much meant for me and taking that load of shoulders and reassuring w positivity.
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Thanks and best of luck.
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I had concerns about your existing firm and so i called to get help. Quick and helpful.
Owner response
Thanks. Appreciate it. Best of luck!
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Mike is a remarkably smart and talented lawyer. Most importantly, he can be trusted. We don't see a lot of that anymore, but you can always count on Mike.
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Thanks Keith!
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very helpful and fast response
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Thanks Ben!
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Outstanding! Pointed me in the right direction quickly!
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Thanks. Best of luck!
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Talk to me and give me some good advice and didn't charge me a thing thank you so much for your help
Owner response
Thanks Wendy. Best of luck with everything.
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