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Whether my clients require someone to represent them in matters involving medical malpractice, an automobile accident, or some other type of personal injury matter, I believe in providing each person with the highest quality of legal representation.
For over 25 years, I’m honored to have built my reputation and, then, developed my practice based on the referrals of other lawyers and clients. I’ve focused my career on listening to the needs and wants of my clients. I’ve been described as friendly, personable and direct and I do my utmost to provide clear and objective counsel. I have received many honors and awards throughout my career, most notably the Martindale-Hubbell’s “AV® Preeminent™” rating, which is the highest peer review rating in professional ethics and legal ability. In April 2025, I was voted into membership of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), one of the most exclusive organizations of trial lawyers in the United States. For the sixth consecutive year, I have been included in the newest edition of The Best Lawyers in America©, which is universally regarded as a definitive guide to legal excellence providing lists in over 78 countries. For fifteen (15) years, I have been named one of the Illinois Super Lawyers® for medical malpractice and personal injury.
I have handled constitutional and appellate litigation in the Supreme Court of the United States, the Supreme Court of Illinois, and other courts throughout the country.
My skill as a Trial Lawyer has led me to a number of positions teaching both law students and attorneys. In addition to my active personal injury practice, I am an adjunct professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, teaching trial advocacy. I previously taught legal writing skills at the John Marshall Law School. I have, also, served as an instructor with the National Institute for Trial Advocacy (NITA) and its deposition program. In November 2006, I was invited to and participated in NITA’s Pacific Teacher Training class on teaching advocacy skills in San Francisco, California. I was an instructor with the CBA College of Trial Advocacy and an instructor for the Federal Trial Bar Training Course on the art of expert examination at trial.
I represent plaintiffs in all sizes of cases. If you’ve been injured by a medical professional, have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, or have been subjected to excessive force, police brutality, or have had your civil rights violated, I will fight hard to seek damages for your injuries - so you can focus on healing.
Please contact me if you have been injured.
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P.O. Box 182, Deerfield, IL, 60015
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Posted by Mary Ann | December 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney
After feeling frustrated and almost giving up, I was fortunate enough to be directed to Craig. He took our case even though other Law Firms said no. He did it with confidence, making us feel safe in knowing he was on our side. He listed to our frustration as to why we needed legal advice. After our f...
Posted by CR | December 5, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I cannot recommend Craig Sandberg enough. From day one, he was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in my case. He explained everything clearly, kept me informed and updated, and always made me feel supported. Craig’s legal strategy was excellent! Also, Craig didn’t just handle my cas...
Posted by Pamela | July 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I hired Craig Sandberg and am highly impressed by his thoroughness, incredible knowledge, and attention to detail as was necessary in my complicated case. In his kindness, he always dignified my family and his loyal dedication to my case made me feel like it was his most important. Craig's professio...
Posted by Jeff | June 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I highly recommend Attorney Craig Sandberg for anyone in need of legal representation. I recently hired Craig to handle a complex malpractice matter and I could not have been more impressed with his expertise, professionalism, and dedication to my case. From the very first meeting, Craig took the ...
Posted by Carolyn | June 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Craig worked so hard to help my son get the justice he deserves. He was very responsive and helpful throughout the process.
"Craig is a smart and resourceful attorney who fights for the rights of his clients. He is tenacious in achieving his objectives while being respectful to his fellow counsel."
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell®
2014
Illinois Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
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Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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Illinois Super Lawyers (Rising Stars), Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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Illinois Super Lawyers (Rising Stars), Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
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Illinois Super Lawyers (Rising Stars), Super Lawyers
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Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2008
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2007
40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch, Law Bulletin Publishing Company
2005
Rising Star, Chicago Bar Association
2004
Excellence in Pro Bono Award, Federal Bar Association (Chicago chapter)
2004 - 2007
Assistant State's Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
1999 - 2004
Associate, Private Practice
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