Robert Clifford was part of the American Bar Association Section of Litigation “The Masters of Closing Arguments” who each gave a closing argument judged by their peers. Each of the four litigators donated $10,000 and the winner’s charity was the recipient of $40,000. It was held at the Section’s Annual Meeting in San Francisco. Read more. Bob Clifford was named one of the Top 10 Leading Lawyers and one of the Top 10 Personal Injury…
Pamela S. Menaker’s favorite fictional lawyer is Attorney Bryan Bedford (played by Dylan McDermott) from Miracle on 34th Street who defends the existence of Santa Claus in court. Menaker says, “He represents all the good that lawyers do – especially for children.” Menaker’s favorite part of the film is when Attorney Bryan Bedford says the following in court: “Your Honor, a lot of people believe in Mr. Kringle. Including millions of children. If you rule…
Shannon M. McNulty’s favorite fictional lawyer is Amanda Bonner from the 1949 movie, Adam’s Rib, which stars Spencer Tracy and Katharine Hepburn as opposing lawyers in a case involving a husband shot by his wife. “The movie’s timing, and the fact of Hepburn portraying a practicing lawyer in the late 40’s is fascinating,” says McNulty. “Amanda’s best trait is one present in all great lawyers: an absolutely unwavering commitment to advocacy on behalf of her…
Brad Cosgrove’s favorite lawyer is American lawyer Jan Schlichtmann. The movie A Civil Action portrays the true story of Jan (played by John Travolta) going against two large companies related with the environmental pollution that occurred in Woburn, Massachusetts, in the 1980’s. This is Brad’s favorite quote from the film: “Lawsuits are war, it’s as simple as that and they begin the same way the declaration: the compliant, when you’re a small firm and they’re…
“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” – Muhammad Ali This week is a National Volunteer Week. While we are focused on giving back every week, this observance reminds us why we do what we do. It is a priority to give back to the Chicago community. From participating in the Annual Run/Walk to Remember hosted by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, to spearheading the Illinois Victims’ Group,…
Robert P. Walsh’s favorite fictional lawyer is Frank Galvin (played by Paul Newman) from The Verdict. When asked what made Galvin is his favorite fictional lawyer, Walsh replied, “The passion with which he pursued his case.” One of Walsh’s favorite lines in his closing is when he says: “You know, so much of the time we’re just lost. We say, “Please, God, tell us what is right; tell us what is true.” And there is…
Craig J. Squillace’s favorite fictional lawyer is Rudy Baylor from The Rainmaker, an attorney who represents an elderly couple whose insurance company refuses pay for a surgery that could save their child’s life. “He is idealistic, sincere and committed,” says Craig. One of Craig’s favorite lines in his closing is when he says: “I hope that you are astonished…as I am at the lengths to which a wealthy insurance company, like the defendant, will go…
Chuck R. Haskins‘ commitment to his work and dedication to the law is immediately apparent. Coming from a family of lawyers, Chuck decided to work at Clifford Law Offices following years of clerking here because of his interest in helping the injured, those who are in their most desperate times of need, and he does so with a calm, studied manner as he approaches every task in life. A recent graduate of Loyola University School…
James C. Pullos is the newest partner to join Clifford Law Offices. With his long experience as a trial lawyer, both in civil and criminal courtrooms, Jim immediately jumped into the complex litigation work at the firm. His philosophy is based on integrity and hard work, and he values fighting for justice on behalf of those who have been harmed, holding the wrongdoers accountable. After 14 years in the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, his…