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Mark Howard Boyle, Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing personal injury in Chicago since 1989.

37+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Mark Howard Boyle is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Chicago, IL
Experience
over 37 years
Known for
Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from Chicago, IL.
  • Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Mark Howard Boyle: Mark Howard Boyle is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Mark takes on

Mark concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mark handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois

Mark takes personal injury matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois

Mark takes product liability matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mark agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Mark Howard Boyle — personal injury lawyer in Chicago

Mark Howard Boyle is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Mark has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Mark Howard Boyle is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automotive product liability. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark practices at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC in Chicago, IL.

Working with Mark on a personal injury matter

Mark Howard Boyle is a lawyer practicing personal injury, automotive product liability. Mark received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Mark practices at Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC in Chicago, IL.

Clients Mark works with

Mark reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Loyola University

    J.D. · 1989

  • University of Notre Dame

    B.A. · 1986

Jurisdictions

Mark's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    1989 · ACTIVE

Mark studied at J.D. in Loyola University and B.A. in University of Notre Dame.

Law school and academic background

Mark completed J.D. in Loyola University and B.A. in University of Notre Dame. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mark runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Mark has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Mark's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Trial Lawyers Club of Chicago

    Director, 1995 · membership

Locations

Mark Howard Boyle's office in Chicago

Mark's primary office is at 140 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 800, Chicago, IL, 60603-5206. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Donohue Brown Mathewson & Smyth LLC

140 S. Dearborn St., Ste. 800

Chicago, IL 60603-5206

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Mark Howard Boyle — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Mark. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Chicago.

5.0

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mark Howard Boyle — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mark usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mark charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mark will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mark

Mark discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mark confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mark's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mark Howard Boyle

  • How much does it cost to hire Mark for a personal injury case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mark walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mark offer a free consultation?

    Mark charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mark's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Mark's current terms during booking.

  • How long do personal injury cases in Illinois typically take?

    Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mark gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mark take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

    Mark is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Mark will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Mark?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mark will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mark accepting new personal injury clients right now?

    Mark's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Mark handles personal injury matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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