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Julian E. Zito is an Associate Attorney at Mark L. Karno & Associates, where he focuses on personal injury law, including premises liability and motor vehicle accidents. Since joining the firm, Julian has been instrumental in helping the team secure multi-million-dollar verdicts and ensuring that clients receive the maximum compensation they deserve. At his very first arbitration with the firm, Julian obtained a six-figure award for his client in a minor motor vehicle accident case. Julian is passionate about taking on high-profile cases and consistently achieving outstanding outcomes for his clients.
Julian earned his law degree from the University of Illinois Chicago John Marshall Law School in 2020. During law school, he gained valuable experience working on multi-million-dollar civil cases with the City of Chicago and provided pro bono legal assistance to veterans through the University of Illinois Chicago’s Veterans Legal Clinic. Julian began his legal career as a prosecutor in Winnebago County, where he quickly worked his way up to the Felony Review Unit. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Pre-Law Political Science with a minor in Philosophy, which provided him with a strong foundation for his legal career.
Julian approaches every case with tireless dedication and compassion, striving to make his clients healthy, happy, and financially secure. Known for his accessibility and relentless work ethic, he prioritizes open communication and works diligently to achieve the results his clients deserve. Whether negotiating with insurance companies or advocating in court, Julian is committed to delivering exceptional representation every step of the way.
Areas Of Practice
- Personal Injury 85%
- Workers' Compensation 10%
- Real Estate Law 2%
- Probate 1%
- Business Law 1%
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2021
Education
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, Chicago, Illinois
- J.D. - 2020
- Honors: With Honors
Litigation
- 80%
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Illinois State Bar Association, 2021 - 2024
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, 2024
Pro Bono Activities
- The John Marshall Veterans Legal Clinic, 2019
Honors
- The Deans Scholarship 2017 - 2020
Past Positions
- McCalla Raymer Leibert and Pierce, Associate Attorney, 2021 - 2024
- Winnebago County State's Attorney Office, Assistant State's Attorney, 2020 - 2021