Chicago Personal Injury Lawyers | Clifford Law Offices
Free Consultation (312) 899-9090
Select Language
    Serious Cases. Exceptional Results.

    Recognized leaders in personal injury and wrongful death case litigation in medical malpractice, train, bus, construction, transportation, aviation litigation, and other matters.

    Find out if you have a case
    Firm News

    Chicago’s Premier Personal Injury Law Firm

    Clifford Law Offices is routinely ranked as one of the top Chicago law firms, and we have been included on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Law Firms. Our Chicago personal injury attorneys have the experience to protect your interests and help you seek fair compensation for your injuries or the loss of a loved one.

    Nationally Recognized for Excellence

    Clifford Law Offices prides itself on tackling serious cases and seeing them through to the end. Our commitment to these difficult cases has led to many notable verdicts and settlements — many of them record-setting — in a variety of practice areas.

    We have been named in the National Law Journal’s Top 50 “America’s Elite Trial Lawyers,†the only Chicago law firm to be awarded this honor. We have also received first-tier rankings in such practice areas as medical malpractice, product liability, and class action work in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Law Firms†Guide.

    Our Chicago medical malpractice lawyers have the experience, skill, and resources to protect your interests and help you seek fair and full compensation for your injuries or the loss of a loved one.

    Decades of experience in complex personal injury claims, depth of talent, and record results.

    Since 1984, Clifford Law Offices has been dedicated to serving the needs of clients in the Chicago area and throughout the nation. Our award-winning Chicago car accident lawyers, stellar legal teams, and access to the best resources and experts are just some of the differences that drives our success.

    Our team of medical malpractice lawyers at Clifford Law Offices obtained a record $101 million verdict on behalf of a baby who sustained brain damage at birth at West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park, Illinois. Keith A. Hebeisen, Bradley M. Cosgrove, Sarah F. King, and Charles R. Haskins obtained the verdict that will ensure the child and his family will get the lifelong, 24/7 care that he needs for the rest of his life.

    Award-Winning Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Lawyers Click The Badge To See Our Latest Feature By Best Lawyers
    Reasons to Choose Us The Clifford Law Offices Difference
    Giving back to our community We are committed to giving back to our Chicago community through law and philanthropy.
    Selling Points Image Spacer
    Changing public policy Our work does not stop once there is a settlement. We work to make changes in public policy leading to a safer world.
    Selling Points Image Spacer
    Over $5 billion recovered We know how to address your case as efficiently as possible and how to maximize the compensation you receive.
    Selling Points Image Spacer
    35+ years of experience Our extensive experience in personal injury and wrongful death cases means that we are prepared for all types of situations.
    Selling Points Image Spacer
    As Seen On

    Clifford Law Offices has represented victims and their families in nearly every major commercial airline crash in the U.S. in the last 40 years.

    It is imperative that plane crash victims and their families retain the services of experienced Chicago aviation attorneys who have the extensive resources required to usher a complex aviation case from its initial stages to a just resolution.

    Clifford Law Offices has represented victims and their families in nearly every major commercial airline crash in the U.S. in the last 40 years as well as numerous small plane crashes around the United States and is currently representing the families of more than 20 victims who lost loved ones in the recent Boeing 737 Max8 crash in Ethiopia.

    Other aviation cases our firm has represented include: the Turkish Airlines Boeing 737 crash at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport, the United Airlines Flight 585 that crashed in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and US Air Flight 427 that crashed en route to Pittsburgh from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

    We have a history of multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts in aviation litigation. Our aviation litigation work has earned us a distinguished reputation for managing complex litigation arising from commercial and private air disasters.

    Clifford Law Offices Aviation Timeline

    A History of Multi-Million Dollar Settlements and Verdicts in Aviation Litigation

    Click to View
    “One of the 50 Elite Firms in the country.†The National Newspaper Logo
    Client Testimonials
    “Clifford Law Offices are a very compassionate group to have on your side."

    I’m still speechless and in awe for how they handled my case. My girls and I knew things about my husband’s death that just didn’t add up. This law group is amazing, they kept us informed and answered any questions we had. They are a brilliant group…â€

    J.W. — Facebook Review
    "Our lawyer at Clifford Law was very knowledgeable, hardworking and compassionate."

    “Through a difficult and challenging lawsuit, our attorney persevered and reached a settlement. He was there for us, communicating progress and listening to our concerns. To anyone needing legal representation, I would most definitely recommend Clifford Law Offices.”

    I.S. — Google Review
    "I would recommend them to any family, friend and or stranger without any hesitations!"

    “I worked with Clifford Law Offices for a personal injury I sustained. The office staff and my attorney Craig Squillace not only met my needs but they far exceeded my expectations!”

    E.S. — Google Review
    "You are treated like a priority and family when you hire Clifford."

    “I am so happy I went with Clifford law. You are treated like a priority and family when you hire Clifford. The team of experts will fight for you and get you the compensation you deserve. Look no further.”

    T.S. — Google Review

    Choose Clifford Law Offices

    Founder and senior partner Robert “Bob†Clifford was named one of Chicago’s “30 Toughest Lawyers†by Chicago magazine, recognizing his work on nearly every major aviation crash in the United States – and many international crashes – in the past three decades.

    Additionally, he was named the No. 1 Super Lawyer in Illinois in 2014 by his peers, marking the sixth consecutive year he has received the top honor in the state. Bob is routinely included in Chicago magazine’s annual list of 100 people with the most influence and power in the city (ranking 76th in 2015).

    Why Hire Us?

    If you need a personal injury lawyer in Chicago, you have likely found yourself wondering “How do I choose the right one?†The answer — choose Clifford Law Offices. Our firm is routinely ranked as one of the top Chicago law firms, and we have been included on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Law Firms.

    Dedicated Personal Injury Attorneys

    Our Chicago personal injury attorneys have the experience to protect your interests and help you seek fair compensation for your injuries or the loss of a loved one. We concentrate on serious personal injury litigation throughout Chicago, including cases of wrongful death, medical malpractice, aviation litigation, product liability, premises negligence and transportation liability. We also handle whistleblower and commercial litigation cases. If you have a case in one of these areas of law, why are we the right law firm for you?

    Clients in situations just like yours have come to us from the Chicagoland area and throughout the nation because when you hire us:

    If you would like us to assess your case and help you understand how our services can benefit your claim, please reach out to us online or call (312) 899-9090.

    Honors & Recognition
    Crains Chicago Business 2024 Leaders in Accounting Consulting and Law
    Clifford Law Offices - Best Lawyers 2025
    Bob Clifford america's top 200 lawyers
    Elite Trial Lawyer_Robert A. Clifford, Clifford Law Offices
    Bob Clifford Earns Lifetime Achievement Award by ALM
    Best Lawyers Badge 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Aviation 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Mass Tort 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Medical Malpractice 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Personal Injury 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Product Liability 2024
    Best Lawyers Badge Transportation 2024
    CLO Super Lawyer Badges 2024 Bob Clifford
    CLO Super Lawyer Badges 2024 Top 100
    CLO Super Lawyer Badges 2024 Shannon McNulty
    lawdragon 2024 leading plaintiff consumer lawyers
    2024 Best Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Chicago
    2024 Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Chicago
    2024 Best Medical Malpractice Lawyers in Chicago
    2024 Best Litigation Attorneys in Chicago
    2024 Best Car Accident Lawyers in Chicago
    2024 Best Truck Accident Lawyers in Chicago
    2024 Best Bicycle Accident Attorneys in Chicago
    Lawyer International Winner Badge 2024
    National Law Journal 2023 Best of Hall of Fame badge
    National Law Journal Best of 2023 Winner badge
    2022 Top 100 Verdicts All Areas Clifford Law Offices
    2022 Top 100 Verdicts Med Mal Clifford Law Offices
    ncji