Atty. Matthew Scott Sorem
Matthew Scott Sorem is a lawyer practicing bad faith, construction defect, environmental / toxic tort and 3 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years.
Bad Faith & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 19+ Years Experience
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About Matthew Scott Sorem at a Glance
Matthew Scott Sorem is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on personal injury and construction. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Western District of (2007). Educated at Loyola University, Chicago School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Washington University (B.A., 2003). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Matthew Scott Sorem
- Matthew Scott Sorem is a lawyer practicing bad faith, construction defect, environmental / toxic tort and 3 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.A. degree from Washington University in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
- Matthew practices at Nicolaides Fink Thorpe Michaelides Sullivan LLP in Chicago, IL
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Matthew Scott Sorem's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew Scott Sorem handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Construction Law in Chicago
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Matthew Scott Sorem
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Matthew Scott Sorem's practice in the field of personal injury and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Matthew Scott Sorem brings 19+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and construction, Matthew Scott Sorem can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Matthew Scott Sorem attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Matthew Scott Sorem Handles in Chicago
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