Introduction
The Collins Law Firm, based in Naperville and Chicago, Illinois, has been representing personal injury victims and families across the state since its founding in 1992 by attorney Shawn S. Collins. Originally established as an environmental litigation practice, the firm expanded into personal injury and wrongful death litigation, securing hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. With decades of combined trial experience, the attorneys at The Collins Law Firm have built a reputation for holding corporations, negligent drivers, and healthcare providers accountable while providing compassionate, client-focused service.
Today, the practice is nationally recognized for its work in environmental contamination and toxic exposure lawsuits, in addition to a wide spectrum of catastrophic injury and medical negligence claims. The attorneys emphasize aggressive litigation, meticulous preparation, and a commitment to pursuing justice regardless of the opponent’s resources. Clients benefit from the firm’s ability to balance large-scale, high-stakes litigation with personalized representation.
Areas of Practice
The Collins Law Firm provides comprehensive services across several practice areas:
- Environmental Litigation – Cases involving water contamination, toxic chemical exposure, and corporate pollution. The firm has recovered tens of millions of dollars for families harmed by environmental negligence.
- Medical Malpractice – Representation for victims of surgical errors, misdiagnoses, delayed diagnoses, birth injuries, and anesthesia mistakes.
- Motor Vehicle Accidents – Litigation involving car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents. The firm pursues damages for medical costs, lost wages, and long-term care.
- Construction Accidents – Injuries caused by scaffolding collapses, defective equipment, and unsafe job sites. The attorneys handle both workers’ compensation claims and third-party liability suits.
- Premises Liability – Slip and fall accidents, negligent security, and unsafe property conditions.
- Wrongful Death – Representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence, including fatal crashes, medical negligence, and toxic exposure.
- Catastrophic Injuries – Cases involving brain injuries, spinal cord damage, amputations, severe burns, and permanent disabilities.
This wide scope of practice enables the firm to address nearly every major category of personal injury and environmental negligence claims in Illinois.
Case Results
The Collins Law Firm has obtained significant verdicts and settlements on behalf of its clients, including:
- $34.1 million recovery in a birth injury medical malpractice case.
- $16 million settlement in a water contamination case against a corporate polluter.
- $9 million settlement for a patient injured by negligent medical care.
- $6.25 million trucking accident verdict involving catastrophic injuries.
- $3.2 million settlement for a family harmed by toxic exposure.
- Numerous multimillion-dollar wrongful death and catastrophic injury verdicts.
These results underscore the firm’s ability to litigate against both corporate defendants and healthcare institutions.
Legal Philosophy
The Collins Law Firm is guided by a philosophy of trial preparation, client advocacy, and accountability. Every case is prepared as if it will go to trial, ensuring that the firm is positioned to negotiate from strength and achieve maximum recovery. The attorneys operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients pay nothing unless financial compensation is secured.
The firm combines extensive resources with a personalized approach. Attorneys work directly with clients, keeping them informed and involved in decision-making. Expert collaboration is central to the practice; the firm regularly consults with environmental scientists, medical professionals, and accident reconstruction specialists to build robust claims.
Recognition
The Collins Law Firm and its attorneys have been recognized with numerous honors, including:
- Listings in Best Lawyers in America and Super Lawyers Illinois.
- Inclusion in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
- National recognition for environmental litigation, including coverage in The New York Times and Chicago Tribune.
- AV Preeminent peer ratings from Martindale-Hubbell for ethical standards and professional excellence.
These distinctions reflect both the firm’s reputation for high-quality trial advocacy and its leadership in personal injury and environmental law.
Client Experience
Clients describe The Collins Law Firm as attentive, professional, and committed to securing justice. Testimonials highlight the attorneys’ ability to simplify complex legal issues, maintain regular communication, and treat clients with compassion. Many families emphasize that the firm’s work not only provided financial compensation but also accountability against negligent corporations and medical providers.
The attorneys also offer bilingual services, ensuring accessibility for Spanish-speaking clients and Chicago’s diverse communities. Clients frequently note that the firm provides the resources of a large practice while maintaining the personal attention of a smaller team.
Offices and Contact Information
The Collins Law Firm maintains offices in Naperville and Chicago:
- Naperville Office:
The Collins Law Firm, P.C.
1770 Park Street, Suite 200
Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: (630) 527-1595 - Chicago Office:
The Collins Law Firm, P.C.
180 North LaSalle Street, Suite 3720
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 670-9560
Free consultations are available, and the firm works exclusively on a contingency fee basis.
Website:
www.collinslaw.com
Conclusion
For more than three decades, The Collins Law Firm has stood as a leader in Illinois personal injury and environmental litigation. With hundreds of millions recovered, a philosophy grounded in trial readiness, and recognition for excellence in both medical malpractice and toxic exposure cases, the firm has demonstrated its ability to deliver justice for clients facing life-changing harm.
By combining aggressive courtroom advocacy with client-centered service, The Collins Law Firm continues to be a trusted ally for families across Illinois seeking accountability and financial recovery.