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Michael James Perillo Jr.

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  • Waukegan, IL
  • Licensed for 36 years
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Michael Perillo is in his 36th year of practice as an attorney. He began his career in 1983 as an active-duty JAG Officer in the U.S. Navy. In that capacity, his duties included the prosecution of Courts-Martial. He also served as Staff Judge Advocate (legal counsel) to the Commanding Officer of the Service School Command at Great Lakes, Illinois. At the time, that command was one of the largest (by population) in the entire U.S. Navy. Mr. Perillo was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal in 1987 for meritorious service as a JAG Officer.

After leaving active duty in 1987, Mr. Perillo served as a Senior Assistant Public Defender in the Lake County, Illinois Public Defender’s Office. His next position was as a Senior Assistant in the Office of the Lake County (Illinois) State’s Attorney, In these positions, Mr. Perillo defended and later prosecuted all manner of felony offenses and appeared in the Lake County Judicial Circuit (Waukegan) on a daily basis. At Noonan Perillo & Thut Ltd., Mr. Perillo concentrates his practice in personal injury and plaintiff’s nursing home negligence and is available to practice in criminal and military criminal matters. He is currently in his 26th year with the firm. Mr. Perillo is rated as an “A/V Preeminent” attorney by Martindale Hubbell, the highest recognition awarded by that organization.

Practice areas

OtherCriminal defenseLitigationPersonal injuryNursing home abuse and neglect
  1. Nursing home abuse and neglect: 65%

    Representation of individuals injured, abused or neglected in nursing homes, long term care facilities, hospitals and/or other residential placements. Includes nursing and/or medical malpractice in a nursing home setting.

    19 years

  2. Personal injury: 15%

    Personal injury and catastrophic personal injury, including accidents, trucking accidents, nursing, hospital, dental and medical malpractice.

    27 years

  3. Litigation: 12%

    Representing plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation. Includes suits involving contracts, business related matters, chancery and most civil litigation matters.

    27 years

  4. Criminal defense: 7%

    Defense of Felony criminal offenses in Illinois.

    37 years

  1. Military law: 1%

    Court-Martial criminal defense.

    37 years

Languages spoken

English

Contact

25 North County Street
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Noonan Perillo & Thut Ltd.

25 North County Street
Waukegan, IL, 60030

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
ILActive And Authorized To Practice Law198807/06/2019
NYCurrently registered 198312/06/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Rated "A/V Preeminent" attorneyMartindale-Hubbell2016
Navy Commendation MedalUS Navy1987
MemberMulti-Million Dollar Advocate's ForumN/A
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
PartnerNoonan Perillo & Thut Ltd.1992 - Present
Senior Asst. State's AttorneyLake County (IL) State's Attorney's Office1990 - 1992
Senior Asst. Public DefenderLake County (IL) Public Defender's Office1988 - 1990
Lieutenant, Judge Advocate General's CorpsU.S.Navy1983 - 1987
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
Lake County Bar AssociationMember1988 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember1988 - Present
Standing Committee, Episcopal Diocese of ChicagoPresident2007 - 2007
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
"Inside the Minds: Strategies for Military Criminal Defense" (Thompson Reuters/Aspatore)(Chapter 2; A Primer for Civilian Criminal Defense Attorneys)2011
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
New York Law SchoolJ.D. (cum laude) - Juris Doctor1983
Drew UniversityB.A. - Bachelor of Arts1977
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
GAL Training Seminar (Lake County, IL)Guardian ad Litem's Review of Proposed Personal Injury Settlements2013
GAL Training Seminar (Lake County, IL)Guardian ad Litem's Review of Proposed Personal Injury Settlements2012
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v Simmons 210 Il.App.3rd 692, 569 N.E.2d 591 (2nd Dist. 1991)case dismissed
Underwood v Haney, et al, 5 L 565 (Lake County, Illinois)settled for 4.7 million dollars (policy limits)
People v Downey, 351 Il.App.3d 1008, 815 N.E.2d 756 (2005)Case was ultimately dismissed on a speedy trial motion

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Mike Perillo and his colleague Jason Dreifuss helped my son win a case that made national news. I can't thank them enough for what they have done for my child and myself. I highly reccomend them both for criminal defense.
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Mike was responsive in a time of need. Kept in contact and addressed all issues. Professional and prepared. Would absolutely hire again.
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Larry Appelbaum, Personal injury Attorney on May 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I strongly endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mike as an Assistant Public Defender. I had cases against Mike when he was in the Lake County State's Attorney's Office. We have been on opposite sides in the civil arena as well. No one works harder or is more prepared than Mike. He has a thorough knowledge of criminal and civil law. I consider Michael to be a valuable resource and often use him as sounding board to discuss cases and legal issues.

Bridget Hutchen, Family Attorney on Jun 20, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike and I first worked together over 25 years ago in the same felony criminal courtroom in Lake County, Illinois. We are both now in private practice, handling a much wider array of cases. I know that Mike has successfully handled nursing home neglect cases. I would recommend him highly. He is a very conscientious and ethical attorney.

Jason Dreifuss, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike works tirelessly for all of his clients and does not cave to arguments of opposing counsel. He leaves no stone unturned and never avoids an opportunity to fight for his client's positions. Mike's attention to detail is invaluable and second to none. Any client would be hard-pressed to find an attorney more knowledgable, more passionate or more effective. I strongly endorse this lawyer.

John Borcia, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Nov 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

Scott Schanks, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 31, 2013
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Michael many years, personally and professionally. He has great attention to detail, is a practiced and seasoned litigator, and fights for his clients' best interests.

Daniel Rose, General practice Attorney on Oct 8, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. From the time he spends helping people on Avvo by answering their questions, it shows how much he cares about people.

John Kornak, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer.

Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Perillo is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly recommend his legal services.

Gary Schlesinger, Child custody Attorney on Apr 21, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. michael is a fine lawyer. his ethics are beyond reproach. he does good work.

Christopher Kennedy, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 18, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I endorse this lawyer.

John Greenlees, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 9, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I have known and recommended Michael J. Perillo for over 20 years, as both opposing counsel and a colleague, and as a friend. His personal and professional reputations are of the highest caliber. When one of my elderly aunts was injured, I referred her to Michael, as I knew he would be sensitive to her issues and would take care of her legal matter in a prompt and professional manner. I would recommend Michael, and the lawyers in his firm, for any legal issue or problem.

Robert Long, Car accident Attorney on Mar 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike's a great guy and a great lawyer.

Joseph Polenzani, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 23, 2012
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Bridget Hutchen, Family Attorney on Jun 20, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mike and I first worked together over 25 years ago in the same felony criminal courtroom in Lake County, Illinois. We are both now in private practice, handling a much wider array of cases. I know that Mike has successfully handled nursing home neglect cases. I would recommend him highly. He is a very conscientious and ethical attorney.

Larry Appelbaum, Personal injury Attorney on May 19, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I strongly endorse this lawyer. I worked with Mike as an Assistant Public Defender. I had cases against Mike when he was in the Lake County State's Attorney's Office. We have been on opposite sides in the civil arena as well. No one works harder or is more prepared than Mike. He has a thorough knowledge of criminal and civil law. I consider Michael to be a valuable resource and often use him as sounding board to discuss cases and legal issues.

Robert Skoblar, Litigation Attorney on Apr 10, 2011
Relationship: Friend

Mike is a friend who I know to be honest, genuine, down-to-earth and funny. As a colleague, I know Mike to be smart, resourseful and hard-working. He's a good person to have go to bat for you.

Andrew Ballerini, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 5, 2011
Relationship: Friend

I endorse this lawyer. Mike is one of the hardest working people I have ever known. He will work diligently on your case. He really cares about what he does. A true professional in every sense of the word.

Ronald Runkle, Probate Attorney on Apr 4, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I highly endorse this lawyer. Mike has helped several of my clients. He has a great attitude towards his work. He is very experienced. And he gets very good results for his clients. I highly recommend Mike to persons who have a loved one that has suffered abuse or neglect in a nursing home.

Jacqueline Slana, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 3, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I endorse this lawyer. Mike Perillo is ethical, smart, and hard-working. He is an excellent trial lawyer, well versed in criminal law and procedure and evidence. I would highly recommend Mike Perillo.

Laura Horner, Family Attorney on Mar 30, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

Jason Marks, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 18, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer.

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