About Matt Willens

Matthew Willens, the esteemed founder of the firm, is widely regarded as one of the premier Personal Injury Lawyers in Illinois, earning national and statewide recognition for his exceptional legal acumen. Nationally, he has achieved membership in the prestigious National Association of Distinguished Counsel, an accolade bestowed upon the top one percent of attorneys in the nation. In Illinois legal circles, his peers consistently rate him as the best in the field, a testament to his unparalleled skills and dedication.

As a "Leading Lawyer" in Personal Injury Law and a perennial inclusion in the Top 100 Illinois Super Lawyers, Mr. Willens is recognized for his unwavering commitment to his clients' welfare. Unlike many of his counterparts, he doesn't just attend legal seminars—he frequently takes the podium as a speaker, sharing his insights with fellow attorneys.

What sets Mr. Willens apart is his comprehensive understanding of personal injury and wrongful death cases from both sides of the legal spectrum. Prior to establishing his firm, he served as a partner at Clifford Law Offices, where he successfully litigated a myriad of complex cases on behalf of plaintiffs. Additionally, his tenure at a major insurance company provided invaluable insight into the defense industry's strategies, enabling him to effectively advocate for his clients' rights.

Mr. Willens' remarkable achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including an AV® Preeminent™ rating—the highest possible—in the Martindale-Hubbell® legal directory. He is also recognized as a "Superb" attorney by Avvo, with impeccable ratings across all categories. Moreover, his induction into esteemed organizations such as the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and recognition by The National Law Journal further solidify his status as a legal luminary.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Mr. Willens is deeply committed to giving back to his community. Whether it's serving as an adjunct professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law or contributing to legal publications, his dedication to advancing legal education is evident. Despite his myriad achievements, Mr. Willens remains grounded, preferring to discuss his cherished family—his wife, three children, and beloved dog—as his greatest source of pride.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Personal Injury
  • Premises Liability
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Workers Compensation
  • Other 2
    • Accidents
    • Product Liability

Practice Details

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    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Contingency Fee: 33%
    Open 24 Hours
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Founder & Managing Partner
    Firm Name
    Willens & Baez Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
  • Representative Cases & Transactions
    Cases
    Verdicts & Settlements: $15.8M Verdict – Car Accident (recognized by the National Law Journal as one of the top 100 verdicts in the country in 2007)
    $12.25M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury
    $11M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury
    $10M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury
    $7M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Surgical Error
    $4M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Failure to Diagnose Lung Cancer
    $3.25M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Surgical Error
    $3.1M Verdict – Medical Malpractice (record verdict in Failure to Diagnose Breast Cancer case – Federal Court in Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
    $3M Settlement – Car Accident – Wrongful Death
    $3M Settlement – Medical Malpractice – Birth Injury
    $2.34M Settlement – Asbestos Exposure
    $2.25M Settlement – Truck Accident
    $2.01M Settlement – Porch Collapse – Traumatic Brain Injury
    $1.75M Settlement – Aviation Accident – Wrongful Death
    $1.7M Settlement – Medical Malpractice
    $1.5M Settlement – Truck Accident – Wrongful Death
    $1.5M Settlement – Dog Bite (largest dog bite award in Illinois history)
    $1.36M Settlement – Pedestrian Accident – Orthopedic Injuries
    $1.25M Settlement – Police Misconduct – Eye injury
    $1.04M Partial Settlement – Asbestos Exposure
    $1M Settlement – Medical Malpractice
    $880K Partial Settlement – Asbestos Exposure
    $775K Settlement – Nursing Home Negligence
    $750K Settlement – Construction Accident
    $725K Settlement – Nursing Home Negligence
    $625K Settlement – Motorcycle Accident
    $510K Settlement – Truck Accident
    $500K Settlement – Motorcycle Accident
    $500K Settlement – Car Accident
    $492K Verdict – Car Accident
    $460K Arbitration Award – Car Accident
    $400K Settlement – Truck Accident
    $378K Verdict – Premises Liability
    $375K Settlement – Truck Accident
    $374K Verdict – Bus Accident
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Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1995, Illinois
    1995, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar, 2004
    1998, U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
    Memberships
    Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
    Chicago Bar Association, Previous Member of Judicial Evaluation Committee
    American Association For Justice
    Illinois State Bar Association, Previous Member of Tort Law Committee and Solo and Small Law Firm Committee
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Loyola University Chicago School of Law
    Class of 1995
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Northern Illinois University
    Class of 1991
    B.S.

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Founder & Managing Partner at Willens & Baez Personal Injury Lawyers, P.C.
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30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 3450Chicago, IL 60602U.S.A.

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Fax: 312-726-4776

3701 W Algonquin Road, Suite 712Rolling Meadows, IL 60008U.S.A.

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Attorneys FAQs

  • What year was this attorney first admitted to the bar?
    Matt Willens was admitted in 1995 to the State of Illinois.
  • Is this attorney admitted to practice in any U.S. Federal Courts?
    Matt Willens is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois.
  • Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review rated?
    Yes, Matt Willens has a 4.7 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
  • What law school did this attorney attend?
    Matt Willens attended Loyola University Chicago School of Law.