Patrick F. Bradley, Personal Injury Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death
Of CounselatClifford Law Offices, P.C.
Chicago, IL
Practicing personal injury in Chicago since 1977.
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Patrick F. Bradley is an of counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Patrick has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Law Offices, P.C..
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- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 49 years
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- Personal Injury · Wrongful Death
- Handles Personal Injury and Wrongful Death matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Patrick F. Bradley: Patrick F. Bradley is an of counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Patrick has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Law Offices, P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Patrick F. Bradley
Patrick concentrates on personal injury and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Patrick handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Wrongful Death
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Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Patrick 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 Patrick agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Chicago, Illinois
Patrick takes wrongful death 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 Patrick agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Patrick F. Bradley — Over 49 years of Illinois personal injury experience
Patrick F. Bradley is an of counsel based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Wrongful Death. Patrick has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clifford Law Offices, P.C..
Patrick F. Bradley has been practicing in the area of personal injury and wrongful death litigation since 1980. Having worked as a solo practitioner, he has achieved a level of respect among his colleagues for embracing ethical responsibilities and promoting civility in the courtroom to achieve justice for his clients. For nearly four decades, Patrick has tried cases to verdict so that his clients receive financial compensation that is fair in some very complex litigation. His legal wisdom combined with his exemplary communication skills has made a stellar member of the plaintiffs’ bar throughout Chicago and its neighboring communities.
Patrick F. Bradley’s skills and genius approach to litigation is evidenced by the very clients he has represented over the years. He has been described as the “best” attorney and, “it was an honor, privilege, and pleasure to witness Pat in action over the course of the lawsuit and trial.” Another client said, “You realized that he has prepared a million times… It all unraveled before your eyes in a masterful display of competency, compassion, persistence, and knowledge of the case.” That defines the quintessential trial attorney who sets a high bar for all others.
Mr. Bradley attended DePaul University College of Law where he worked at its Legal Clinic. He received his undergraduate degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. Pat is a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Pat and his wife of 42 years, Linda, reside in Chicago. They have three sons, all lawyers, and 10 grandchildren.
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Patrick's approach to personal injury cases
Patrick F. Bradley has been practicing in the area of personal injury and wrongful death litigation since 1980. Having worked as a solo practitioner, he has achieved a level of respect among his colleagues for embracing ethical responsibilities and promoting civility in the courtroom to achieve justice for his clients. For nearly four decades, Patrick has tried cases to verdict so that his…
The kind of cases Patrick takes
Patrick reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and wrongful death matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Patrick F. Bradley's legal education and bar admissions
De Paul University College of Law J.D.
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Jurisdictions
Patrick's state bar admissions
Illinois
1977 · ACTIVE
Patrick studied at — in De Paul University College of Law J.D..
Law school and academic background
Patrick completed — in De Paul University College of Law J.D.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Patrick runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Patrick F. Bradley's office in Chicago
Patrick's primary office is at 120 North LaSalle Street, 36th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60602. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Clifford Law Offices, P.C.
120 North LaSalle Street, 36th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
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How to hire Patrick F. Bradley — 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 Patrick usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Patrick charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Patrick'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; Patrick 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 Patrick
Patrick 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. Patrick confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Patrick'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 Patrick F. Bradley
How much does it cost to hire Patrick for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Patrick walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Patrick offer a free consultation?
Patrick charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Patrick's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Patrick'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. Patrick gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Patrick take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Patrick 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 — Patrick 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 Patrick?
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. Patrick will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Patrick accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Patrick'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
Patrick 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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