John D. Nafar is an experienced litigator who represents clients in a wide range of litigation defense matters, drawing on his prior business experience to develop practical, client-focused strategies.
Before joining Wilson Elser, John was an associate for litigation defense firms based in Chicago and his hometown of St. Louis. Before attending law school, he worked at Honda North America as a senior buyer, where he accounted for the supplier selection of seat belts and seat heaters on Honda vehicles. His business background is a significant asset in understanding his clients’ needs and developing effective litigation strategies.
- University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law (J.D., 2019)
- Dean’s Achievement Scholarship
- Victor J. Hayek Scholarship
- Purdue University (B.S. Business Management, 2014)
- Concentration in Operations Management
- Missouri
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois