Chicago Wrongful Death Lawyer Michael P. Schostok

Michael P. Schostok

Equity Partner

Email:
Phone:
(847) 249-1227
FAX:
(847) 249-0138
Legal Assistant:
Martha Valencia

Michael P. Schostok concentrates his practice of law in the areas of medical malpractice, personal injury and wrongful death.  He is dedicated to helping families recover from catastrophic loss both emotionally and financially by providing the highest level of legal representation.

Mr. Schostok’s distinctive and impressive legal career includes winning three record-breaking settlements in three different jurisdictions.  To date, he has won over $142 million in settlements on behalf of his clients.

Additional credentials and distinctions include: service as an Assistant State ’s Attorney in Lake County; 50th President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association; service on the Executive Committee and the Board of Managers for the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association; past Chairman of ITLA’s continuing legal education/seminar program; elected to serve on the Board of Governors of the Illinois State Bar Association.  Law Bulletin Publishing Company's Leading Lawyer Network named Mr. Schostok as among the “Top 5% of all Lawyers in Illinois.”  Additionally, Michael P. Schostok and Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. have been given the "Highest Rating for Legal Ability and General Recommendation" by Martindale Hubbell American Law Directory and was named one of "The Best Lawyers in America" by Woodward/White, Inc.  Mr. Schostok is a member of the Illinois State, the AAJ Leaders Forum and the Lake County Bar Associations.

Academics

  • J.D., Capital University, Columbus, OH (1986)
  • B.A., Miami University, Oxford, OH (1983)

Bar Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Federal Trial Bar (1995)
  • Illinois Bar (1986)