Jaclyn J. Kurth - Waukegan, IL

Jaclyn J. Kurth is an Associate at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. who represents individuals and families affected by catastrophic personal injuries, medical negligence, and wrongful death. Since joining the firm in 2021, Ms. Kurth has recovered more than $150 million on behalf of her clients.

Known for her meticulous preparation and determined advocacy, Ms. Kurth approaches each case with the goal of ensuring her clients’ voices are heard and their interests are protected. She combines detailed legal analysis with a compassionate understanding of the challenges her clients face after life-changing events.

Trial Results & Notable Cases

Ms. Kurth has achieved significant results in complex personal injury and wrongful death cases, including:

• $27 million settlement – Obtained for the family of a mother of six who was killed in a collision resulting from an unauthorized Chicago Police Department pursuit through a residential South Side neighborhood.
• $20 million settlement – Secured for a woman who suffered a serious leg injury after being struck and dragged by a CTA bus in downtown Chicago. According to the Illinois Jury Verdict Reporter, the settlement was the highest reported settlement with the CTA at the time.
• $1.8 million jury verdict – Won in her first trial with Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard for a Texas woman who was sexually assaulted by an on-duty hotel security guard while traveling to the Chicago area.

Ms. Kurth has gained valuable courtroom experience handling complex litigation and high-profile cases. Her early trial success reflects her commitment to thorough preparation and her ability to effectively advocate for clients in challenging legal matters.

Areas of Practice

Ms. Kurth focuses her practice on:

• Catastrophic Personal Injury – Representing individuals facing severe and life-altering injuries.
• Medical Negligence – Advocating for patients and families harmed by negligent medical care.
• Wrongful Death – Helping families pursue accountability after losing a loved one due to negligence.

Client-Focused Approach

Ms. Kurth understands that every case involves a person or family experiencing a significant life change. She takes the time to learn each client’s story, understand the impact of their injuries, and develop a legal strategy tailored to their unique circumstances.

Her approach is built on preparation, communication, and persistence. She is committed to holding negligent parties accountable and ensuring her clients receive the advocacy they deserve throughout the legal process.

Professional Recognition

Ms. Kurth’s legal achievements have earned recognition from respected legal organizations, including:

• Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” – Selected since 2024
• Illinois Super Lawyers “Rising Stars” – Multiple selections

Education & Legal Experience

Before becoming an attorney, Ms. Kurth worked as a law clerk at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. for three years, gaining hands-on experience with complex litigation, major trials, and personal injury cases.

She graduated magna cum laude from UIC John Marshall Law School in 2020. During law school, she served on the Moot Court Honors Council and as a Staff Editor for The John Marshall Law Review. She also authored a published article addressing Illinois evidence law.

Professional Involvement

Ms. Kurth is admitted to practice law in Illinois and Wisconsin and is actively involved in several legal organizations, including:

• Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Illinois State Bar Association
• Chicago Bar Association
• Lake County Bar Association
• McHenry County Bar Association

She has also contributed to the legal community through publications in the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association’s Trial Journal, where she has written articles on apparent agency and the borrowed employee doctrine.

Community & Personal Interests

Outside the courtroom, Ms. Kurth enjoys baking and spending time with her husband, two children, and their 100-pound Newfoundland, Wren.

Through her dedication to clients, commitment to trial advocacy, and involvement in the legal community, Ms. Kurth continues to uphold the tradition of excellence at Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C.