Matthew L. Williams - Chicago, IL

Matthew L. Williams is an Equity Partner at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard who has built a reputation as one of the firm’s premier medical malpractice trial attorneys. For more than two decades, he has dedicated his career to representing individuals and families whose lives have been forever changed by medical negligence, birth injuries, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. Through meticulous preparation, compelling courtroom advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to his clients, he has recovered more than $575 million for injured individuals and their families.

Mr. Williams has handled some of the firm’s most significant medical malpractice cases, securing record-setting results for clients, including:

• $75.8 million jury verdict – Obtained for a young girl who suffered a brain injury and severe physical injuries at birth.
• $50.3 million jury verdict – Secured for a child who suffered a severe and permanent brain injury at birth.
• $20.6 million settlement – Obtained for a man who was permanently disabled due to a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of a ruptured common iliac aneurysm.
• $18.5 million settlement – Secured on behalf of a child who suffered serious brain injury due to a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of meningitis.
• $17 million settlement – Obtained in a birth injury case.
• $15.35 million settlement – Obtained in a birth injury case.
• $14.8 million settlement – Secured for a woman who was left permanently blind in both eyes due to a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of a brain clot.
• $10 million settlement – Obtained for a woman who developed terminal cancer due to negligence by her treating physician.

Mr. Williams has successfully litigated complex cases throughout Illinois and has also argued before the Illinois Supreme Court on significant legal issues affecting injured individuals.

Mr. Williams focuses his practice on:

• Medical Malpractice – Representing patients and families harmed by negligent medical care.
• Catastrophic Personal Injury – Advocating for individuals facing life-changing injuries.
• Wrongful Death – Helping families pursue justice after the loss of a loved one.
• Premises Liability – Representing individuals injured due to unsafe property conditions.

Mr. Williams understands that every case represents a person or family facing a significant life change. He takes pride in building strong relationships with his clients and providing the preparation, communication, and advocacy needed during some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

His approach combines extensive medical knowledge, collaboration with nationally recognized experts, and the ability to present complex issues clearly and persuasively before judges and juries.

Mr. Williams’ legal achievements have earned recognition from some of the most respected organizations in the legal community, including:

• Illinois Super Lawyers – Top 100 Illinois Lawyers every year since 2019
• Best Lawyers in America – Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury Litigation recognition every year since 2018
• Leading Lawyers recognition every year since 2015
• Law Bulletin Publishing Company’s “40 Under Forty” attorney list in 2013
• AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest professional distinction awarded based on peer and judicial evaluations

Mr. Williams is actively involved in advancing the legal profession and supporting the plaintiff’s trial bar. His professional memberships and leadership roles include:

• Board of Managers, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• American Association for Justice
• Chicago Bar Association
• Illinois State Bar Association
• DePaul University College of Law Dean’s Council

He has also shared his experience in trial advocacy, persuasion, and litigation strategy through educational presentations, including lectures at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management.

Outside the courtroom, Mr. Williams is committed to supporting organizations that serve children, families, and individuals in need. He currently serves on the board of directors for:

• Kids Above All
• Raising a Reader
• Michael Matters Foundation

Through his legal practice, professional leadership, and community service, Mr. Williams continues to advocate for individuals and families while upholding the standards of excellence that define Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.