Gerald J. Bekkerman

Strategic Litigator and Advocate for Systemic Change

Gerald J. Bekkerman has built a legal career around helping survivors of severe personal injury and sexual abuse obtain justice from institutions that failed them.

Gerald is known for relentless preparation and a powerful courtroom presence. He fights for survivors who have endured profound physical or emotional harm at the hands of individuals protected by their institutions.

Case Focus

Abuse within religious, educational, and healthcare systems
Third-party liability for institutional failure
Multi-victim and class action litigation

Accolades

J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law (2007)
B.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2000)
Million & Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Super Lawyers – Rising Star (2011–2018)
Top 40 Under 40 – The National Trial Lawyers

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