Jonathan W. Powell

Jonathan Powell represents insurers, general contractors, manufacturers, and other corporate clients in all aspects of complex civil litigation. His practice focuses on the defense of claims related to product liability, premises liability, construction defect, transportation, and catastrophic injury. Jonathan has tried multiple cases to verdict and successfully handled matters before the Illinois appellate courts. He brings a strategic, results-driven approach to high-exposure cases.

Prior to joining Wilson Elser, Jonathan was an accomplished litigator at leading Chicago-area defense firms, representing national homebuilders, municipalities, product manufacturers, and other insureds in state and federal courts. His practice is distinguished by meticulous case preparation and the development of efficient, pragmatic defense strategies.