Mr. Donald Allan Shapiro

Donald Shapiro is a Chicago native who traded a career in corporate litigation for a lifelong mission to help people. After graduating from the University of Chicago Law School and spending a few years at a top commercial firm, he realized his true calling was fighting for individuals rather than corporations. Since founding his firm in 1978, Don has become a legend in the courtroom, securing some of the most significant verdicts in legal history. He’s handled high-profile cases for professional athletes like Randy Ready and Marty Barrett, and won a historic $9.6 million judgment in the Bobby Russ case. Perhaps his most famous achievement was setting the Kane County record with a $24.7 million medical malpractice verdict, an accomplishment that earned him the Trial Lawyer Excellence award. Despite the limelight of these massive cases, Don treats every client with the same level of diligence. He refuses to run a "legal factory," ensuring that a partner is personally involved in every file. For Don, success comes down to perseverance and clear communication, whether he’s arguing before the Appellate Court or sitting down with a family to explain their next steps.