Matt Willens

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Matt Willens: Attorney with Willens & Baez Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Matthew Willens, the esteemed founder of the firm, is widely regarded as one of the premier Personal Injury Lawyers in Illinois, earning national and statewide recognition for his exceptional legal acumen. Nationally, he has achieved membership in the prestigious National Association of Distinguished Counsel, an accolade bestowed upon the top one percent of attorneys in the nation. In Illinois legal circles, his peers consistently rate him as the best in the field, a testament to his unparalleled skills and dedication.

As a "Leading Lawyer" in Personal Injury Law and a perennial inclusion in the Top 100 Illinois Super Lawyers, Mr. Willens is recognized for his unwavering commitment to his clients' welfare. Unlike many of his counterparts, he doesn't just attend legal seminars—he frequently takes the podium as a speaker, sharing his insights with fellow attorneys.

What sets Mr. Willens apart is his comprehensive understanding of personal injury and wrongful death cases from both sides of the legal spectrum. Prior to establishing his firm, he served as a partner at Clifford Law Offices, where he successfully litigated a myriad of complex cases on behalf of plaintiffs. Additionally, his tenure at a major insurance company provided invaluable insight into the defense industry's strategies, enabling him to effectively advocate for his clients' rights.

Mr. Willens' remarkable achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including an AV® Preeminent™ rating—the highest possible—in the Martindale-Hubbell® legal directory. He is also recognized as a "Superb" attorney by Avvo, with impeccable ratings across all categories. Moreover, his induction into esteemed organizations such as the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and recognition by The National Law Journal further solidify his status as a legal luminary.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Willens is deeply committed to giving back to his community. Whether it's serving as an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law or contributing to legal publications, his dedication to advancing legal education is evident. Despite his myriad achievements, Mr. Willens remains grounded, preferring to discuss his cherished family—his wife, three children, and beloved dog—as his greatest source of pride.
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Areas of Practice (6)

  • Personal Injury
  • Accidents
  • Premises Liability
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Workers Compensation
  • Product Liability

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Northern Illinois University, B.S., 1991
Law School Attended:
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D., 1995
Year of First Admission:
1995
Admission:
1995, Illinois; 1995, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar, 2004; 1998, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Memberships:
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association; Chicago Bar Association, Previous Member of Judicial Evaluation Committee; American Association For Justice; Illinois State Bar Association, Previous Member of Tort Law Committee and Solo and Small Law Firm Committee
Reported Cases:
Verdicts & Settlements: $15.8M Verdict – Car Accident (recognized by the National Law Journal as one of the top 100 verdicts in the country in 2007); $12.25M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury; $11M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury; $10M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury; $7M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Surgical Error; $4M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Failure to Diagnose Lung Cancer; $3.25M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Surgical Error; $3.1M Verdict – Medical Malpractice (record verdict in Failure to Diagnose Breast Cancer case – Federal Court in Milwaukee, Wisconsin); $3M Settlement – Car Accident – Wrongful Death; $3M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury; $2.34M Settlement – Asbestos Exposure; $2.25M Settlement – Truck Accident; $2.01M Settlement – Porch Collapse – Traumatic Brain Injury; $1.75M Settlement – Aviation Accident – Wrongful Death; $1.7M Settlement – Medical Malpractice; $1.5M Settlement – Truck Accident – Wrongful Death; $1.5M Settlement – Dog Bite (largest dog bite award in Illinois history); $1.36M Settlement – Pedestrian Accident – Orthopedic Injuries; $1.25M Settlement – Police Misconduct – Eye injury; $1.04M Partial Settlement – Asbestos Exposure; $1M Settlement – Medical Malpractice; $880K Partial Settlement – Asbestos Exposure; $775K Settlement – Nursing Home Negligence; $750K Settlement – Construction Accident; $725K Settlement – Nursing Home Negligence; $625K Settlement – Motorcycle Accident; $510K Settlement – Truck Accident; $500K Settlement – Motorcycle Accident; $500K Settlement – Car Accident; $492K Verdict – Car Accident; $460K Arbitration Award – Car Accident; $400K Settlement – Truck Accident; $378K Verdict – Premises Liability; $375K Settlement – Truck Accident; $374K Verdict – Bus Accident
ISLN:
910016092

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33%
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Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (31 reviews)

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.7/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.7/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.7/5.0
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