Law FirmSalvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C.
180 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 3300, Chicago, Illinois, 60601
Illinois's Premier Civil Rights Firm
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C. is one of Illinois's most prominent and respected plaintiffs' litigation firms, with decades of experience holding law enforcement agencies and government entities accountable for civil rights violations, excessive force, wrongful death, and other misconduct. Founded by Patrick A. Salvi and built upon a foundation of aggressive advocacy and rigorous case preparation, the firm has secured hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of victims and their families throughout Illinois and across the nation.
The firm has developed a formidable reputation in police misconduct litigation, regularly taking on cases involving excessive use of force, false arrest, unlawful detention, and officer-involved shootings. Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard attorneys are known for their willingness to confront powerful government entities, including the Chicago Police Department and other municipal agencies, and have achieved landmark results that have prompted systemic reforms in law enforcement practices. Their attorneys combine thorough investigation with expert legal strategy to build compelling cases that resonate with juries and drive accountability.
Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard has earned recognition from leading legal rating organizations, including consistent Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent ratings and inclusion on lists such as Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America. The firm's commitment to client advocacy, combined with its depth of resources and trial experience, distinguishes it as a top-tier choice for victims of police misconduct and civil rights abuses seeking justice in Illinois and beyond. Clients benefit from a dedicated team that handles cases on a contingency fee basis, ensuring access to high-quality legal representation regardless of financial circumstances.
Notable Results
- $27 million settlement for the family of a woman killed during an unauthorized high-speed chase by Chicago police (2026)
- $8.5 million settlement in a wrongful death case involving police use of force
- Multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements against Illinois municipalities for civil rights violations
- Recovered substantial verdicts on behalf of families of victims killed during police encounters
- Numerous seven-figure settlements against the City of Chicago and other government entities for excessive force and misconduct
Key Characteristics
- As one of the wealthiest personal injury firms in the state, they can hire world-leading accident reconstruction and tactical experts
- Reputation for securing eight-figure verdicts forces municipalities to settle early
- One of Illinois's most recognized plaintiffs' litigation firms with decades of experience litigating against law enforcement and government entities
- Consistently rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest peer-review distinction available to attorneys
- Firm attorneys are regularly selected to Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America lists for their excellence in civil litigation
- Has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of civil rights and wrongful death plaintiffs
- Handles all civil rights and police misconduct cases on a contingency fee basis, ensuring access to justice regardless of financial means
- Known for taking on high-profile, complex cases against the Chicago Police Department and other powerful municipal agencies
- Offices in both Chicago and Waukegan, Illinois, serving clients throughout the state
- Founding partner Patrick A. Salvi is recognized as one of the top trial attorneys in Illinois with a track record of landmark jury verdicts