Olivia Sarmas-Ford is a passionate and relentless senior trial attorney at Kaveny Sarmas, focusing on personal injury law. Her background includes medical malpractice and product liability, making her a standout advocate in these areas. Olivia is known for her dedication to her clients and her significant achievements in the field. One of her most notable successes is a medical malpractice case she handled in Lake County, Illinois. Olivia secured a $1.4 million recovery for her client, showcasing her skill and commitment to achieving justice. She believes every client’s story deserves to be told with accuracy and care, which drives her to build close relationships with those she represents. This personal approach helps her navigate the complexities of each case and support her clients through difficult times. Olivia also plays an active role in the legal community. She is a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and the American Association for Justice. In addition, she provides pro bono services through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services. Olivia was co-chair of the Chicago Bar Association Tort Litigation Committee for the 2019-2020 term, further demonstrating her leadership and influence in the field. She earned her law degree from IIT Chicago-Kent School of Law, where she received three CALI Excellence awards, and holds a bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Illinois. Outside of her professional life, Olivia enjoys spending time with her husband, who is also a Chicago attorney, and their families. She also loves exploring new travel destinations whenever possible.

David Kadzai is the founder and managing partner of Kadzai Law Group, LLC. Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Attorney Kadzai represents victims of personal injury, nursing home abuse & neglect, police brutality, and premises liability. Understanding that every situation is different, Attorney Kadzai works with his clients in order to help meet their specific needs. To schedule a free consultation, visit us online or contact our office today at 312-229-0050.

Michael P. McCready received his undergraduate degree magna cum laude from the University of Richmond in three years and continued at the University of Richmond obtaining his law degree in 1992. Following graduation, he served as a law clerk for a federal judge in Virginia. He came to Chicago the next year and began working at a law firm handling personal injury cases. After four years, he rose to partner. In 1999, he left the partnership to form his own firm, The Law Offices of Michael P. McCready & Associates. Since venturing out on his own, the firm has grown rapidly. Mr. McCready is licensed to practice in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Iowa, Michigan, Arizona, Wisconsin as well as the federal courts, including the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of various professional organizations dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals. He has also been inducted into the Million Dollar Advocacy Forum whose membership is limited to trial lawyers who have obtained million dollar results for their clients. Since opening McCready Law, he has helped injured victims get what is deserved due to the negligence of others. He focuses on a range of personal injury cases such as car accidents, workers compensation, bus accidents, truck accidents, wrongful deaths, and more. In addition to being managing partner of his law firm, Michael also consults with other personal injury law firms around the country. He is a frequent lecturer on topics such as law firm management, technology, automation and most recently, on the role that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play on the legal industry. Countless firms have benefited from his 30 years’ experience in the personal injury field.

As a longtime resident in Chicago, IL, Attorney Gregory R. LaPapa is proud of the roots he has in the community and honored to use his skills to help families and individuals facing tough legal challenges. Attorney LaPapa has been prosecuting and defending complex legal matters in Chicago for decades, and his lengthy experience and tough negotiation tactics make him an attorney you will want to have on your side. Navigating the court system can be very intimidating, even when you are confident of the facts in your case. Attorney LaPapa is a graduate of DePaul University School of Law. After passing the Illinois State Bar Exam, he began his legal career working with the Illinois Attorney General’s office as an Assistant Attorney General. Since then, he has spent over 30 years helping Illinois residents resolve a wide range of legal matters, including criminal defense and domestic violence cases, DUI charges, and serious traffic violations. As an animal rights advocate, Attorney LaPapa’s passion for justice extends to all creatures. His philosophy of “have law, will travel” sums up his straightforward approach to helping others. At LaPapa Law Group, no case is too big or too small for us to handle. We are dedicated to providing a high caliber of legal services and passionate legal representation.

Jim and Caroleann founded Coogan Gallagher in 2022 after working together at the Dwyer & Coogan firm. After these many years of experience, Jim understands that being injured does not make you a victim, but it can leave you feeling vulnerable, anxious, and uncertain about what to do next. Jim is an experienced trial lawyer who is dedicated to understanding the details of your losses and working to secure your peace of mind once again. It is what fuels his enthusiasm for the hard work it takes to see a case through to securing a jury’s verdict–the ultimate statement of truth in the civil justice system. Jim practices in Chicago and throughout the State of Illinois on behalf of his clients.

Dan Walker Jr. is a trial attorney with 35 years of experience. He has tried cases in Cook, DuPage, Will, McHenry, Kane and Lake County. He understands that an attorney must be aggressive, pragmatic, and results oriented. He has helped many clients navigate and use the court system to achieve their goals.

James A. Podgorny is a sole practicing attorney, which means he will be the only attorney you will deal with at the firm. You will not be shuffled amongst many associates who will not necessarily know the current status of your case, as is commonly found in large law firms. Mr. Podgorny will always know the status of your file, and you can always address your concerns directly with him. Mr. Podgorny will return your telephone calls in a timely manner, leaving you free from the stress and anxiety of worrying if you have an attorney focused on your matter at hand.

Alexander Gruzmark immigrated to the United States in 1978 from Lvov, Ukraine. After earning his Juris Doctorate from Loyola University School of Law, Alexander established Gruzmark Law, Ltd. in 2001. Concentrating on personal injury representation, Attorney Gruzmark is dedicated to helping injury victims receive justified financial compensation. Having more than 20 years of legal experience, Attorney Gruzmark also practices in medical malpractice, workers' compensation, criminal defense, and business transactions. Located in Glenview, IL, Alexander Gruzmark serves clients throughout Cook County, Lake County, and DuPage County. To schedule a free consultation with Attorney Gruzmark, visit his website or call 847-729-7660.

John Fotopoulos of Fotopoulos Law established the firm on two simple firm principals: to have competitive rates allowing everyone to afford the advice they need and to have attorneys who are always available to their clients. Attorney Fotopoulos concentrates on personal injury, workers' compensation, criminal defense, and DUI defense in DuPage, Kankakee, and Will Counties. Our attorneys take immense pride in their work, fulfilling a great deal of credits in continuing education seminars to ensure their compliance and competency, in addition to countless hours of legal research to ensure they stay ahead of the competition and are fully educated to take care of your legal needs. This practice ensures that our counsel maintain a fresh prospective on their specific industry. Stagnancy creates an environment not conducive to growth. Schedule your free consultation with the Joliet Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Attorney online or by calling 708-942-8400.