William A Cirignani, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 38 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
PartneratCirignani Heller & Harman LLP
Chicago, IL
Practicing medical malpractice in Chicago since 1988.
- 38+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 6
- Bar admissions
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William A Cirignani is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cirignani Heller & Harman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice
- Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About William A Cirignani: William A Cirignani is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cirignani Heller & Harman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by William A Cirignani
William concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice cases in Chicago, Illinois
William 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
About William A Cirignani — Over 38 years of Illinois medical malpractice experience
William A Cirignani is a partner based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. William has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cirignani Heller & Harman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
I have over 25 years of experience as a trial lawyer, almost all of it spent exclusively handling medical malpractice cases. After getting my law degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois, in 1988, I moved to Arizona where I worked as a medical malpractice defense lawyer. I stayed there until 1994 when I returned to Chicago and worked briefly for Chicago’s Seyfarth, Shaw doing general commercial litigation work. I quickly discovered that big, commercial case litigation as well as the large law firm life were not for me.
In 1995, I returned to my trial lawyer roots and joined Cirignani, Heller & Harman where I once again specialize in medical malpractice cases. Both of my law partners have medical backgrounds: Stan is a medical doctor, and Jim was once a respiratory therapist. When I say that I specialize in medical malpractice I mean that it is the only kind of work my firm and I do. We don’t handle auto accidents, slip and falls, product liability, truck accidents, plane and train accident cases-only medical malpractice.
Personally, I made the choice to focus my efforts on medical litigation alone because when I was a defense lawyer representing doctors and hospitals I saw first-hand how the experience and expertise of the plaintiff’s lawyer mattered more than anything else to a successful outcome for victims of medical malpractice. My experience has also taught me that an important part of my job is to help my clients deal with the incredible stress and hardship that comes with suffering catastrophic injuries and bringing a law suit. In fact, I see it as my job to help clients not only win, but to move forward with their lives and cope with their future.
Since returning to medical litigation, I’ve successfully handled a wide variety of medical malpractice cases, including: birth injuries like cerebral palsy, operating room fires, brain injuries, hospital mistakes, medication mistakes, misdiagnoses, stroke injuries, spinal cord injuries, paralysis injuries, anesthesia injuries, and wrongful death. I’ve helped my clients get settlements or verdicts well in excess of a million dollars, several over $10 million dollars.
William's approach to medical malpractice cases
I have over 25 years of experience as a trial lawyer, almost all of it spent exclusively handling medical malpractice cases. After getting my law degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago, Illinois, in 1988, I moved to Arizona where I worked as a medical malpractice defense lawyer. I stayed there until 1994 when I returned to Chicago and worked briefly for Chicago’s Seyfarth,…
The kind of cases William takes
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
William A Cirignani's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1988
Loyola University
B.B.A. · 1984
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
Georgia
2003 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2003 · ACTIVE
Illinois
1993 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1993 · ACTIVE
Arizona
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.B.A. in Loyola University.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in Northwestern University School of Law and B.B.A. in Loyola University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of William A Cirignani
William has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
William A Cirignani's office in Chicago
William's primary office is at 150 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2550, Chicago, IL, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cirignani Heller & Harman LLP
150 South Wacker Drive, Suite 2550
Chicago, IL 60606
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Client reviews of William A Cirignani — 5.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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How to hire William A Cirignani — 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 William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William 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 William
William 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William'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 William A Cirignani
How much does it cost to hire William for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check William'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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
William'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
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