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Hofeld and Schaffner

United States 2025

Overview

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Award-Winning Personal Injury Attorneys Serving You

Do you need a legal ally to help preserve your right to compensation for damages and suffering? The law firm of Hofeld and Schaffner represents clients in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, including those involving medical malpractice, defective products, premises liability and motor vehicle accidents. Respected and top-rated attorneys concentrate on complex legal claims for the seriously injured and their families.

The Chicago-based firm’s winning team of attorneys and impressive track record of success makes them a preeminent Illinois personal injury firm. The firm’s lawyers regularly recover multimillion-dollar claims on behalf of the injured. To learn more about our attorneys, please read their biographies:

Peace Of Mind During Trying Times

A catastrophic injury puts you and your family through unimaginable difficulties and hardship. Pursuing compensation through legal channels can help make a positive change in your life and bring some peace of mind about your future.

The legal team at Hofeld and Schaffner understands that you may no longer be able to work or you may have limited opportunities for employment as a result of your injuries. Their skill at resolving personal injury cases, as well as their dedication to your cause, will make the legal process less intimidating.

Recognized For Excellence

Their legal peers recognize lawyers Al Hofeld, Brian Murphy and Howard Schaffner as leaders in the field of personal injury law. Highlights of their accolades are consistent listings for both as top lawyers in Illinois by the Leading Lawyers Network and inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America.

Get In Touch With An Attorney Today

If you need help after a traumatic injury, Hofeld and Schaffner will pursue full compensation on your behalf. Call 312-825-0366 to schedule a free initial consultation regarding your case. You may also get in touch with us by email. Se habla español.

Rankings

Hofeld and Schaffner is metro ranked in 2 practice areas. Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process.

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Metro Rankings

Chicago
Tier 1 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier 2 for Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

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Regional Rankings

Chicago
Tier 1 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier 2 for Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

The below are areas of legal specialty volunteered by the firm and do not designate a specialty in which a Best Law Firms ranking is held.
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Hofeld and Schaffner has 3 lawyers recognized for individual performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. By receiving this Best Lawyers recognition from their peers for their professional excellence, these lawyers made Hofeld and Schaffner eligible for evaluation for Best Law Firms rankings. For almost two decades, Best Lawyers has awarded these singular accolades, making them the foundation of our Best Law Firms awards. Read more about our Best Lawyers process here.
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Office Locations

Chicago, IL
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2425
Chicago, IL 60602-2576
United States
312-219-9533 Call our Chicago, IL location at 312-219-9533 Get Directions Get directions to our Chicago, IL location
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