How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a medical malpractice case?

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

Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

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

How long do medical malpractice cases in Illinois typically take?

Simple medical malpractice 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Chicago?

Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Stephen accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

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

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Stephen D. Phillips, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Chicago, Illinois

focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability

Phillips Law Offices

Chicago, IL

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Stephen D. Phillips is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Phillips Law Offices.

Based in: Chicago, ILLINOIS
Experience: attorney
Known for: Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Product Liability

Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026).

Areas of practice

Legal matters Stephen takes on

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

Medical Malpractice cases in Chicago, Illinois

Stephen takes medical malpractice 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois

Stephen 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Stephen D. Phillips — medical malpractice lawyer in Chicago

Stephen D. Phillips is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Phillips Law Offices.

Stephen D. Phillips is the managing partner at Phillips Law Offices in Chicago. Mr. Phillips was the 2013 President of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, the largest association for trial lawyers in the state of Illinois, and he remains a current executive committee member. He also was inducted into the International Academy of Trial Lawyers – limited to 500 attorneys worldwide – in 2011 as well the International Society of Barristers from 2020 to the present day. Stephen earned his Juris Doctor from Loyola University and his B.A. from the University of Iowa. He is an extensively published writer and sought-after lecturer on legal topics ranging from personal injury to medical malpractice to tort reform. Mr. Phillips is also the recipient of a number of awards and honors from various legal and community groups. His law practice focuses on personal injury, catastrophic injury, traffic accidents, tort law, wrongful death, nursing home and medical malpractice, aviation, construction liability, and product liability. He is also a member of, and has held a number of positions with, the Illinois State Bar Association. Additionally, Mr. Phillips has served as an adjunct professor at the Loyola University School of Law.

Background and Credentials You Can Trust

Stephen Phillips is admitted to practice law in Illinois, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and in the United States Supreme Court. Stephen Phillips has been designated as an Illinois Super Lawyer for 11 successive years. The National Trial Lawyers re-elected Mr. Phillips as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Illinois each year from 2008 through 2020.

Personal injury attorney Stephen D. Phillips has obtained record multi-million-dollar verdicts or settlements for a long list of clients in a considerable number of automobile, medical malpractice, product liability, and personal injury cases. His experience at resolving the toughest legal issues makes him a powerfully effective advocate for injury victims throughout Illinois. Still, Mr. Phillips has found the time to serve his community as a volunteer baseball and AYSO soccer coach.

Serving Injured Individuals and Families in Illinois for over 75 years

At Phillips Law Offices, we are proud of the reputation we’ve established and the services we provide to victims of personal injury, automobile, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. From our offices in Chicago, the personal injury attorneys of Phillips Law Offices offer the highest quality legal services to the injured and their families throughout Illinois. Obtain the experienced legal representation you need. Call (312) 346-4262, or contact us online today for a free consultation.

Working with Stephen on a medical malpractice matter

Who Stephen represents

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

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

Loyola University Chicago
J.D. · 1985

Stephen studied at J.D. in Loyola University Chicago.

Law school and academic background

Stephen completed J.D. in Loyola University Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Stephen has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

Stephen D. Phillips's office in Chicago

Stephen's primary office is at 161 North Clark Street, Suite 4925, Chicago, Illinois, 60601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Phillips Law Offices

161 North Clark Street, Suite 4925

Chicago, Illinois 60601

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen D. Phillips — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Chicago, Illinois

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Stephen

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stephen D. Phillips

How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Stephen offer a free consultation?
Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?
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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Stephen accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Stephen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois

Stephen handles medical malpractice matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.

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