Personal Injury Lawyer Allison L. Dolan

Allison L. Dolan

ALLISON L. DOLAN is an associate litigation attorney at GWC Injury Lawyers.

Known for her tireless devotion to her clients and their families, Allison brings genuine compassion and zealous advocacy to her profession. Her practice focuses on representing victims in personal injury litigation, including the areas of wrongful death, motor vehicle collisions, and trucking accidents.

Allison is a Chicago native and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Arabic from the University of Notre Dame, where she graduated magna cum laude. Thereafter, she continued her education at Notre Dame, completing her Juris Doctorate with a concentration in Trial Advocacy and Deposition Skills. While pursuing her degree, Allison was a member of the Vis Moot Court team. Allison received her Master’s Degree in Government and Social Justice from Harvard.

Allison has been named an “Emerging Lawyer” by Leading Lawyers Magazine for both 2024 and 2025. Fewer than 2% of all licensed attorneys in Illinois receive this distinction, which is reserved for those identified by their peers as among the top lawyers aged 40 or younger, or who have practiced law for no more than 10 years.

Notable Results:

$10.5 million truck accident settlement
$5.0 million truck accident settlement
$3.6 million truck accident settlement
$2.7 million truck accident settlement
$1.3 million auto settlement
$1.3 million truck accident settlement
$1.2 million construction settlement
$1.0 million auto settlement

Allison is an active participant in the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys. She enjoys writing, speaking, and advocating about issues related to trucking litigation. In fact, Allison attended trucking school herself at the Legacy Corporation in Billings, MT in order to better understand the complexities of the cases she handles.

Allison resides in Chicago with her husband. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, staying active, and spending time with her family.

Education History

University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame Law School
Harvard University

Bar Admissions

Illinois State Bar
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Associations and Memberships

American Association for Justice
Chicago Bar Association
Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys

Practice Areas

Recognition

Allison Dolan Emerging Lawyers badge 2025

Our Offices

Chicago

111 E Wacker Dr Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60601

(312) 999-9999

Burr Ridge

1000 Burr Ridge Pkwy #203
Burr Ridge, IL 60527

(630) 300-3026

Libertyville

31290 U.S 45
Libertyville, IL 60048

(847) 984-3830

Rockford

6820 Mill Road
Rockford, IL 61108

(815) 315-4698

What Our Clients Are Saying

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Working with Mr. Elliott was a Breeze. not only was he concise and honest, he was also very knowledgeable and explained everything Very easy.

Also i might add, his supporting staff Amy and Crystal make sending and receiving documents so good and hassle free. I have worked with GWC in the past and will called them first every time too. One last thing, i have Had success referring GWC to my Coworker's and friends and also Family too.and I always will !Thank You GWC .

Reymond Herrera 5 star rating

Harris Elliott of GWC Represented me in a Workman's compensation case. Not only was he very diligent, he was also very patient.

And took the time to make sure I understood everything that was going on and every procedure. Harris answered all emails, calls, and texts quickly and professionally. His assistant, Daisy was also very professional and when Harris was away from the office she did just as well as he did. She's the best!! If I every get hurt again, He will be the first person I call!!

Matt Fisher 5 star rating

Lou Cairo and GWC were the best to me and got me the maximum amount of compensation for my accident. Kate Kirwan Searls was my attorney and I could not have asked for better representation.

Kate killed it and got me what I deserved and then some. She was prompt, detailed, and excellent at communicating with me throughout the whole process. I will only be using GWC for any future cases, as well as only recommending them to any friends and family. If you want your case handled right, contact GWC!

Brandon Lucas 5 star rating

Mr. Harris Elliott is an amazing attorney! He helped me with my WC case and kept me updated throughout the process until everything was taken care of.

He is very reliable and responded to my emails or phone calls within 24 hours. Upfront and helpful, Mr. Elliott explained everything in detail and made the process a better learning experience for me. I am really grateful for his services, and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a great friendly lawyer!

Farzana Yousuf 5 star rating

The whole team at GWC was amazing. Harris took on my case and answered all emails, calls, and texts quickly and professionally.

Everyone who I came into contact at the firm was also great. If I ever get injured again they will be the first people that I call.

Luke Bucko 5 star rating

GWC went above and beyond to help resolve an almost 5 year case. The financial and emotional frustration we endured after my husband's car accident was met with empathy and urgency for resolution.

Lou was professional and kept in constant communication throughout the entire process. He treated us like family and never gave up on fighting for a fair and prompt resolution. Our lives may be forever changed but Lou and his team made the utmost commitment to make sure we were taken care of. GWC has the best staff and I am positive if we had used another firm our financial compensation would not have been even close to what Lou & his team secured for us. We are forever grateful and would recommend GWC to anyone in a similar situation. Thank you again for changing our lives for the better.

Michelle Schmidt 5 star rating