Practice areas: Aviation & Aerospace, Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Illinois since: 2004
Education: University of Notre Dame Law School
Languages spoken: English, Greek
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Clifford Law Offices
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Chicago, IL 60602 Visit website
John V. Kalantzis is a partner at Clifford Law Offices, based in Chicago, Illinois, where he focuses his practice on aviation and aerospace matters and personal injury litigation. He represents clients in complex cases arising from accidents and injuries, bringing a focused and detail-oriented approach to matters that can involve significant legal, financial, and personal consequences.
Mr. Kalantzis handles disputes requiring careful analysis of the circumstances surrounding an incident, applicable legal standards, liability issues and the damages sustained by those affected. His work encompasses aviation-related claims as well as personal injury matters, where thorough preparation, strategic case development, and effective courtroom advocacy are essential.
A consummate professional, Mr. Kalantzis works closely with clients to understand the circumstances of each case, evaluate the available legal options, and pursue appropriate legal remedies. His practice requires attention to detail and a clear understanding of the factual and legal issues that can influence the outcome of complex litigation.
Mr. Kalantzis earned his bachelor’s degree in economics from Northwestern University. Later, he went on to pursue his legal studies at the University of Notre Dame Law School, where he honed his shrewd legal acumen and obtained his Juris Doctor in 2004.
Admitted to practice in Illinois since 2004, Mr. Kalantzis is also authorized to appear before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. His professional affiliations include the American Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Hellenic Bar Association, and Chicago Bar Association. Through his legal practice and professional involvement, he continues to represent clients in matters requiring careful preparation, legal analysis, and dedicated advocacy.
Practice areas
Aviation and Aerospace, Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Aviation, Aviation Accidents - Plaintiff, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Wrongful Death
- 70% Aviation and Aerospace
- 30% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 2004, Illinois
Professional Webpage: https://www.cliffordlaw.com/attorneys/john-v-kalantzis/
Bar / Professional Activity
- American Bar Association
- Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
- Illinois State Bar Association, Bar Elections Supervision Committee
- American Association for Justice
- Justinian Society of Lawyers
- Hellenic Bar Museum, Board of Trustees, 2024
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Tort Law Section, Council
- Illinois State Bar Association, Assembly Member
- Hellenic Bar Association
- Chicago Bar Association, Judicial Evaluation Committee
Educational Background
- Northwestern University, Bachelor of Arts in Economics, June 2000, 2000
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- “Cleared for Resolution: ADR in Aviation Disputes.” PLI Chronicle: Insights and Perspectives for the Legal Community, 2025
Honors
- Best Lawyers® in America, Aviation Law & Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2022 – Present
- Selected to the 2027 Illinois Super Lawyers® List
Office location for John V. Kalantzis
120 North LaSalle Street
36th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312-815-7022
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2027