Patrick A. Salvi II - Chicago, IL

Patrick A. Salvi II is the Managing Equity Partner of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. and one of Illinois’ most accomplished trial attorneys. Since joining the firm in 2007, Mr. Salvi has dedicated his career to representing individuals and families whose lives have been impacted by catastrophic injuries, medical negligence, wrongful death, mass torts, and defective products. Through his commitment to trial excellence and client advocacy, he has recovered more than $2 billion on behalf of injured individuals and their families.

Mr. Salvi has built a reputation as one of the state’s leading plaintiff trial lawyers, securing some of the largest verdicts and settlements in Illinois history. His practice focuses on complex litigation requiring extensive preparation, strategic advocacy, and the ability to present challenging medical, scientific, and liability issues before judges and juries.

Trial Results & Notable Verdicts

• $363 million for a woman who developed breast cancer from toxic emissions *Illinois record*
• $241 million jury verdict for the family of a Missouri man who died while transporting dry ice as part of his work as a courier ($49.5 million compensatory damages and $191.5 million punitive damages)
• $148 million for a paralyzed 24-year-old female *Illinois record*
• $79.85 million for the family of a 10-year-old girl killed following a police pursuit *Illinois record*
• $75.8 million for a young girl who suffered a brain injury and severe physical injuries at birth
• $52 million for the family of an 88-year-old man killed in a multi-vehicle crash that also left his adult son seriously injured
• $50.3 million for a boy who suffered a serious brain injury at birth
• $33.2 million for a young man paralyzed in a motor vehicle collision *Lake County record*
• $32.7 million for a man who had to undergo a foot amputation due to a delayed diagnosis of a blood clot *Illinois record*
• $29.1 million for an infant who suffered a brain injury
• $21.05 million for a woman who suffered a thoracic spine injury
• $15.2 million for a 30-year-old male who suffered a crush injury to his foot
• $12.7 million for a 47-year-old female with spinal cord injury
• $11.25 million for the wrongful death of a 33-year-old single mother of an 8-year-old son

Mr. Salvi has also successfully obtained several multi-million-dollar settlements, including:

• $210.25 million wrongful death settlement
• $60.7 million for the family of a woman killed in a crash
• $45 million for a man who sustained catastrophic injuries after a police chase car crash *Illinois record*
• $40 million for a child who suffered a brain injury at birth
• $28 million for a young man who lost his foot
• $27.5 million for a male who suffered health issues due to a delayed surgery
• $25 million for an infant who suffered a brain injury at birth
• $20.6 million for a man left paralyzed after a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of a ruptured aneurysm
• $19.5 million for a war veteran who suffered a crush injury to his foot
• $19.5 million for a man whose brain was damaged after a failed routine tracheostomy exchange
• $15 million for a motorcyclist who lost his leg in a car crash
• $15 million for the family of a woman who died due to untimely medical intervention
• $14.85 million for a woman left permanently blind after a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of a clot in her brain
• $14 million for a woman injured in a car accident
• $13 million for an infant who suffered an injury at birth
• $10 million for a man who lost his foot in a workplace accident
• $8 million for an infant who suffered a brain injury at birth
• $7.65 million for the wrongful death of a woman due to a delay in the diagnosis and treatment of a stroke
• $7.25 million for the wrongful death of a man during a blood transfusion
• $6.5 million on behalf of the family of a man who died due to complications attempting a central line
• $6 million for an infant who suffered a brain injury at birth
• $5.7 million for a man who suffered a severe foot laceration in a forklift incident
• $5.5 million for a man who suffered orthopedic injuries in a truck collision
• $5 million for a child who suffered a brain injury at birth due to a delayed C-section
• $5 million for a young woman who suffered a brain injury and ultimately died following a neuroendovascular procedure
• $4.5 million for a man injured after falling from a balcony *Illinois record*
• $4.5 million for a woman whose brain was damaged after bariatric surgery

Beyond his work representing clients, Mr. Salvi has played a significant role in advancing the plaintiff trial bar. He served as President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association from 2022 to 2023 and continues to serve the organization as:

• Co-Chair, Publications Committee – Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Co-Author, Medical Malpractice Trial Notebook
• Member, American Association for Justice Board of Governors
• Member, AAJ PAC Board of Trustees

He regularly lectures on trial advocacy, litigation strategy, and legal issues affecting injury victims. He has also served as a judge for American Bar Association and American Association for Justice trial competitions.

Mr. Salvi earned his bachelor’s degree with distinction from the University of Colorado in 2004 and his Juris Doctor cum laude from the University of Notre Dame Law School in 2007. While at Notre Dame, he received an award for excellence in trial advocacy from the International Academy of Trial Lawyers.

Outside the courtroom, Mr. Salvi is dedicated to his family and community. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, traveling, attending his children’s sporting events and activities, and playing guitar.

As Managing Equity Partner, Mr. Salvi continues to help guide the growth of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., ensuring the firm maintains its commitment to providing exceptional advocacy and results for every client.