Atty. Patrick C. Shifley
Patrick C. Shifley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Oak Forest, IL · 20+ Years Experience
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About Patrick C. Shifley at a Glance
Patrick C. Shifley is an Associate based in Oak Forest, Illinois, practicing at Urban & Burt, Ltd.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on personal injury and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2006). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2006) and Tulane University (B.A. Philosophy, 2001). Serves clients in Oak Forest, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick C. Shifley
- Patrick C. Shifley is a lawyer practicing personal injury, workers compensation
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from Tulane University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Patrick practices at Urban & Burt, Ltd. in Oak Forest, IL
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Patrick C. Shifley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick C. Shifley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oak Forest.
Personal Injury in Oak Forest
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 C. Shifley is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Oak Forest
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Patrick C. Shifley is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oak Forest
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 Oak Forest 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.
Oak Forest Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oak Forest-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 Oak Forest Choose Patrick C. Shifley
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 Patrick C. Shifley's practice in the field of personal injury and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick C. Shifley brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Patrick C. Shifley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and workers comp, Patrick C. Shifley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oak Forest
A Oak Forest-based practice means Patrick C. Shifley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick C. Shifley Handles in Oak Forest
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick C. Shifley has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Patrick C. Shifley directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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