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Attorney John Hipskind

Over $10,000,000 Recovered For My Clients

Serving Clients in the Belleville Metro Area for over a Decade

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Awards & Recognitions:

  • 5-star reviews on Avvo
  • 200+ 5-Star Google Reviews
  • Named one of The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
  • Named one of The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 List
  • Selected to the Illinois Rising Stars, 2015-2019
  • Selected to the Illinois Super Lawyers List, 2020-2022
  • Member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
  • National Premier Top Ten Personal Injury Attorneys
  • Selected for inclusion in Illinois Super Lawyers® Rising StarsSM list 2015-2018
  • Named Top Ten Attorney in Personal Injury by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys (NAOPIA)
  • Given 2015 10 Best Client Satisfaction Award by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (AIOFLA)
  • Named Best Car Accident Lawyers in St. Louis 2020 by Expertise.com
  • Named Top St Louis Personal Injury Attorneys by Expertise.com

Bio

John Hipskind was born in Belleville, Illinois, and has lived there for most of his life. He currently resides in Highland with his wife, Wendy, and two daughters, Hayley and Hadley.

John began his legal career at the St. Clair County Public Defender’s office where he defended a full range of misdemeanor, felony, and homicide cases. As a public defender, John gained valuable courtroom experience and learned the art of trying a case in front of a jury.

After leaving the Public Defender’s Office, John spent over 6 years as a defense attorney in the private sector where he specialized in complex civil litigation at one of the largest litigation defense firms in the St. Louis area. John has conducted hundreds of depositions in over 30 different states, argued in countless hearings, and has represented some of the largest corporations in the United States. John has prepared cases for trial on behalf of numerous corporations in jurisdictions throughout the United States, including assisting a major corporation’s national counsel at trial in New York City, New York.

As a result of these experiences, John saw firsthand how large corporations that put profit before safety harmed people. He experienced firsthand how large corporations and their insurance companies evaluate claims made by injured persons and how they engage in legal gamesmanship to reduce an injured person’s recovery.

As a founding member of Hipskind & McAninch, LLC, John focuses his practice on representing individuals injured by the tortious acts of others, including cases such as car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, and other serious personal injuries.

He is a family man deeply involved in the local community. John is elected to the City Council & coaches kids sports, including soccer, baseball, & basketball.

John has consistently been listed on the SuperLawyers Rising Stars & Super Lawyers lists, 2015-2022.  John attended Althoff Catholic High School (1998); Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (2004); Oklahoma City University School of Law (2008).

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Brady did an outstanding job. I didn’t have to do anything or miss any work due to his exceptional service!! I would recommend him to anyone!

- Erin H.

Mr. Hipskind is a very trusting attorney. He handled my case extremely well quickly and efficiently. He’s very educated on his cases and will handle them as such I would recommend him to any of whom it may concern in search of a great attorney.

- Adam L.

Mr. Hipskind helped me every step of the way with personal injury claim. He was very knowledgeable and wrapped my claim up quickly. I have already recommended him to one of my coworkers.

- Jeremy M.

John Hipskind was great to work with and took care of my case in a professional manner. Would highly recommend him.

- Juan A.

Brady was quick to respond and provided good detail for me to select his firm for representing me. He helped facilitate my needed medical appointments, and made sure everything went smoothly as my case matured. In the end, Brady was able to settle my claim in a relatively short time. I highly suggest using Hipskind & McAninch for any services they offer.

- Jeffrey M.

John Hipskind handled my case and was absolutely amazing. He was knowledgeable. He was also very honest with me and answered any questions I had in terms that I could understand. I couldn’t of asked for a better attorney and definitely would recommend him!

- Shereen S.

I had a wonderful experience with my attorney Brady . He showed compassion and was always there to answer any of my questions. He is honest with me in regards to my case and I really appreciated that honesty. I cant be more happier with the outcome of my case. Thank you so much for all of your hard work!!!

- Charlotte D.

John Hipskind is a great attorney & I would highly recommend him! He worked promptly on our case & was great at answering any and all our our questions. He was always a phone call or text away (we heard back from him within minutes). We are so pleased! You will be happy to have chosen him!

- Jess M.

Very happy with this Law firm! Mr McAninch was professional, yet very personable. I received a very good result on my case!

- Kristyl M.

John took care of everything when we filed our personal injury claim. He kept us informed throughout the whole process, he was always available for questions and it was very clear from the start, that he was extremely knowledgeable in this area with a vast amount of experience. I would highly recommend him.

- Wendy M.

I had gotten bit by 2 dogs within 3-4 months. I used John Hipskind to represent me on my second bite. I have not even heard from the other lawyer from my first bite. He was extremely efficient, I heard from him at least once a week on any updates. Returned my calls within the same day. And settled my personal injury within 6 months. I would recommend John to anyone needing an attorney within his field of law.

- Mandy W.

John Hipskind is absolutely amazing! Looking for an attorney is already a headache, but John made sure the entire process went smoothly. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else but him. He kept us posted during the entire process and was very fast. Working with the opposing parties attorney was difficult but he did his best. We are very thankful for his hard work and dedication, we greatly appreciate all he did for us.

- Andrea E.

I am really glad that I chose Brady to handle my personal injury case. Attempting to deal with the insurance company on my own was a hassle and very time consuming. Brady was very professional and knowledgeable. He got started as soon as I hired him, and had the case resolved in a remarkable amount of time. I wanted to settle and he negotiated an amount that was way more than I expected. I recommend Brady to anyone looking for a honest, fair, and knowledgeable/seasoned attorney.

- Kendra W.

I used John on a case and his service was outstanding. Not only they worked quick and efficient to settle my case, I was very proud of the outcome of it. I would recommend this office to anyone.

- Calvin S.

John Hispskind and his staff was very nice to me whenever I would come into the office. John was the attorney that worked on my daughter’s injury case. He worked quickly to settle my daughter injury case. I was very pleased with the outcome and I would definitely recommend John. Thank you for everything that you done for my daughter and me.

- Angela W.

John Hipskind has show his depth of knowledge of the legal world as well as his compassion for our lengthy and trying case. John’s patience with opposing council and litigant went above and beyond our expectations. Anyone lucky enough to employ John will undoubtedly not regret it and count themselves lucky for the experience. John protected our interests and listened to our opinions throughout the case. John was very straightforward with us and told us the truth even when it was hard to hear. If needed, we will retain his services once again.

- Katen K.

John is such a amazing man! He answered all of me and my daughter’s questions and helped walk her through her ticket process. He made everything easy to understand. I would recommend him to anyone in the area.

- Sonja V.

Outstanding results! John, Thanks so much for all the personalized attention you gave to my case. It’s refreshing to see a job performance that exceeds Every expectation held and more. Very professional.I give this firm a very high recommendation.

- David M.

I highly recommend Brady! He was very attentive exceeded my expectations! If you ever find yourself in an accident I would definitely recommend Brady to help with all your needs! Great service!

- Latia M.

Excellent attorneys. John and Brady do great work

- Gary H.

I had a wonderful experience with my attorney Brady . He showed compassion and was always there to answer any of my questions. He is honest with me in regards to my case and I really appreciated that honesty. I cant be more happier with the outcome of my case. Thank you so much for all of your hard work!!!

- Charlotte D.

Brady was quick to respond and provided good detail for me to select his firm for representing me. He helped facilitate my needed medical appointments, and made sure everything went smoothly as my case matured. In the end, Brady was able to settle my claim in a relatively short time. I highly suggest using Hipskind & McAninch for any services they offer.

- Jeffrey M.

John Hipskind is a great attorney & I would highly recommend him! He worked promptly on our case & was great at answering any and all our our questions. He was always a phone call or text away (we heard back from him within minutes). We are so pleased! You will be happy to have chosen him!

- Jess M.

John Hipskind is absolutely amazing! Looking for an attorney is already a headache, but John made sure the entire process went smoothly. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional. I wouldn’t recommend anyone else but him. He kept us posted during the entire process and was very fast. Working with the opposing parties attorney was difficult but he did his best. We are very thankful for his hard work and dedication, we greatly appreciate all he did for us.

- Andrea E.

I had gotten bit by 2 dogs within 3-4 months. I used John Hipskind to represent me on my second bite. I have not even heard from the other lawyer from my first bite. He was extremely efficient, I heard from him at least once a week on any updates. Returned my calls within the same day. And settled my personal injury within 6 months. I would recommend John to anyone needing an attorney within his field of law. Thanks so much

- Mandy L.