Atty. Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.

Atty. Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.

In 1982, Mr. Salvi founded the law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.

Chicago Chicago 48 J. Erfahrung 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. at a glance

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. is a Managing Equity Partner & Chairman based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1978), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Federal Trial Bar (1978), Florida (1979), and Wisconsin (1985). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1978) and St. Mary's College of Minnesota (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • In 1982, Mr. Salvi founded the law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. (originally the law offices of Patrick A. Salvi) in Lake County, Illinois
  • He is the owner and Managing Equity Partner of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C
  • Today, the firm has over 20 lawyers and is supported by more than 35 staff members in Chicago and Waukegan offices, including paralegals, nursing consultants, IT professionals, marketing and public relations personnel, and administrative/legal assistants
  • Mr. Salvi and his law firm have obtained more than $3 billion in verdicts and settlements on behalf of injured clients, including 400 multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements
  • Patrick A. Salvi concentrates his legal practice on cases concerning serious personal injury, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and mass torts
  • Mr. Salvi has achieved record-breaking jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients throughout the state, including serving as lead counsel on a trial team that won an Illinois record-high $148 million jury verdict
  • Mr. Salvi is one of the most prominent attorneys in the country and has been named to “Best Lawyers” for Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability every year since 2005
  • Mr. Salvi’s peers have selected him to the Illinois Super Lawyers Top 10 List every year since 2014, and Law Bulletin Media has named Mr. Salvi to three “Top Ten” lists every year since 2016
  • He was inducted into the Lawdragon 500 Hall of Fame in 2021
  • In 2023, Mr. Salvi was the recipient of the Illinois Bar Foundation “Distinguished Award for Excellence,” which honors an individual who has made remarkable contributions to the legal community throughout their career
  • In 2001, Mr. Salvi was invited to become a fellow in the prestigious International Academy of Trial Lawyers
  • In 2013, He was appointed to the Illinois Supreme Court Committee on Jury Instructions in Civil Cases
  • Mr. Salvi is a former President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and served a three-year term (2010-2012) as Chairman on the Character and Fitness, 2nd District Committee of the Illinois Board of Admissions to the Bar
  • Additionally, Mr. Salvi is a former Chairman (2011-2023) and current member of the Notre Dame Law School Advisory Council and is a former adjunct faculty member at the University of Notre Dame Law School
  • He currently serves on the American Association for Justice Leaders Forum
  • Outside of work, Mr. Salvi enjoys spending time with Lindy and their five sons and beautiful daughters-in-law – Patrick (Julianna), David (Elena), Brian (Eirene), Chris (Christina), and Will (Amanda)
  • He enjoys traveling across the globe, especially to his villa in Italy
  • But nothing brings him more joy than spending time with his 11 grandchildren at their country home in Woodstock, Illinois

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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.

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.

Where is Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.'s law office located?
Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.'s law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. handle?
Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. practiced law?
Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. go to law school?
Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. for a consultation?
You can contact Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Patrick A. Salvi, Sr. received?
Patrick A. Salvi, Sr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1978
B.A.
St. Mary's College of Minnesota
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Federal Trial Bar
Admitted: 1978
Florida
Admitted: 1979
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit Indiana
Admitted: 1993

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