About Joe

Joseph A. VitellKraut

Joseph A. Vitell was born and raised on the south side of Chicago. Mr. Vitell worked several blue collar jobs starting when he was six years old. Some of these jobs included shoveling coal, construction on expressways, and work as a plumber’s apprentice. In 1964, he received his college degree in Political Science and English from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois. After graduating from the Valparaiso School of Law in 1969, Mr. Vitell began his practice of representing those who had been injured.

Throughout his career, he has successfully represented tens of thousands of injured individuals from the most simple to the most serious accidents. Mr. Vitell has obtained some of the most memorable settlements, trial awards, and appellate decisions in Illinois.

Although he has a tireless work ethic, Mr. Vitell takes great pride in leading a well-rounded life. Mr. Vitell’s hobbies and interests include, reading, cooking, gardening, wine tasting, and most importantly spending as much time as he can with his wife and kids.