Jennifer L. Ashley

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Jennifer L. Ashley: Attorney with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.
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Jennifer L. Ashley is a Partner at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard who has dedicated her career to representing individuals injured in car accidents and other serious personal injury cases. Since joining the firm in 2012, Ms. Ashley has secured more than $70 million for her clients and has built a reputation as a skilled trial attorney who combines extensive courtroom experience with a genuine commitment to the people she represents.

With more than 100 jury trials to her credit, Ms. Ashley brings a unique perspective to every personal injury case. Before joining Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, she spent 12 years representing insurance companies, an experience that gave her an in-depth understanding of how insurance companies evaluate and defend claims. She now uses that knowledge to advocate for injured individuals and families.

Throughout her career, Ms. Ashley’s successful personal injury verdicts have been published more than 75 times in the Cook County Jury Verdict Reporter, and she has negotiated and settled more than 1,000 cases. Her notable results include a $16 million personal injury settlement for a man who underwent a below-the-knee amputation after a collision involving a porter for a Lake County car dealership and obtained a $10.5 million jury verdict for the family of a kindergarten teacher who was killed after being struck by a speeding dump truck.

Ms. Ashley believes that successful representation begins with listening to her clients. She takes the time to understand how an injury has affected each person’s life and works closely with clients throughout their cases to keep them informed every step of the way. Her commitment to her clients is reflected in the consistently positive feedback she receives through Google reviews, including clients who praise her responsiveness, compassion, and dedication throughout the legal process.

Ms. Ashley’s results have earned her consistent recognition from the legal community. She was named the 2026 Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year” for Product Liability Law – Plaintiffs in Chicago, an honor given to only one attorney in each practice area and metropolitan area each year. She has also been routinely named to the Illinois Super Lawyers “Top 100” list, the “Top 50 Female Super Lawyers” list, and Best Lawyers.

Beyond her work with clients, Ms. Ashley is active in the legal community. She currently serves as a Treasurer of the Lake County Bar Association after previously serving for eight years on the board of the Lake County Bar Foundation. She has also chaired the Lake County Bar Association’s Civil Trials & Appeals Committee and the Lake County Bar Foundation’s Fundraising Committee. In addition, she regularly serves as an arbitrator in Cook and Lake Counties and has volunteered with Prairie State Legal Services to provide pro bono legal assistance to individuals who cannot afford an attorney.

Outside the firm, Ms. Ashley enjoys watching her son play baseball and her daughter play volleyball, traveling—especially to New York City—and spending time with her family. She is fluent in French and is currently learning Spanish.

Areas of Practice (9)

  • Personal Injury
  • Car Accidents
  • Trucking Accidents
  • Products Liability
  • Wrongful Death
  • Civil Litigation
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Amputation Injuries
  • Trial Advocacy

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Western Illinois University, B.S., 1995
Law School Attended:
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, J.D., 1999
Year of First Admission:
1999
Admission:
1999, Illinois; 1999, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Birth Information:
Libertyville, Illinois, October 31, 1973
Reported Cases:
Christina R. Mason, as Mother of Ty Mason, Plaintiffs vs. Michael Wilms and the USPS, Defendants

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Apr 29, 2013

Outcome: Settlement: 250,000

Description: (not available)


Oscar Moreno Plaintiff v. Rita Madden Defendant

Practice Area: Car / Auto Accident

Date: Jan 28, 2013

Outcome: $2,500,000 settlement

Description: Settlement for a motorcyclist rendered a paraplegic in an accident with a passenger vehicle.


Theresa Wicks Plaintiff v. William Dummermuth Defendant

Practice Area: Car / Auto Accident

Date: Jan 25, 2013

Outcome: Settlement $250,000

Description: Plaintiff suffered back and ankle fractures in a motorcycle vs. auto accident.


RICHARD LENDER, et al., Plaintiffs v. ERIC ENGSTROM, Defendant

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Oct 30, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $31,318.00

Description: Personal injuries stemming from motor vehicle accident


ALAN RUBEL, Plaintiff v. TERESA FATINA, Defendant

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Oct 05, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $33,000.00

Description: Automobile Accident


JANIS BROWN, Plaintiff v. RITA MOSHER, Defendant

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Sep 06, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: 100,000.00

Description: Automobile Accident


MARY HICKEY, Plaintiff v. JAMES HALL, et al., Defendants

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Jul 11, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $75,000.00

Description: Automobile Accident


RACHAEL WALSH, a minor, et al., Plaintiffs. v. Caroline Leider, Defendant

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: Jul 10, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $175,000

Description: (not available)


JANE DOE, et al., Plaintiffs v. INSTITUTE FOR THE INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION OF STUDENTS, IES ABROAD, Defendants

Practice Area: Personal Injury

Date: May 21, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $35,000.00

Description: Negligence


STADLER, et al., Plaintiffs v. ST. ELIZABETH HOSPITAL, et al., Defendants

Practice Area: Medical Malpractice

Date: May 14, 2012

Outcome: Settlement: $450,000

Description: Birth injury medical malpractice case

ISLN:
921748050

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Contingency Fee
33%
Other Information
Free initial consultation, Retainer Fee

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (12 reviews)
Peer Reviewed
  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0
  • Communication

    4.9/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.9/5.0
  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 01/30/16 in Medical Malpractice

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 01/27/16 in Medical Malpractice

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 01/27/16 in Personal Injury

    Jenniter is an excellent and well respected attorney.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Senior Associate on 01/27/16 in Personal Injury

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/24/13 in General Practice

    Jennifer is very direct and logical in her analysis of claims and fact patterns. She is a tremendous advocate for her clients by following the rules of the game.

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 03/12/13 in Personal Injury

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/26/13 in Medical Negligence

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/23/13 in Personal Injury

    I have had the opportunity to work with Jennifer recently and found her to be extremely professional with a high degree of knowledge in the area of personal injury. In addition, Jennifer's clients clearly respect her and have a very positive impressi... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/23/13 in Litigation

  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/23/13 in Personal Injury

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