Michael Perillo is in his 37th 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 civil litigation, criminal and military criminal matters. He is currently in his 28th year with the firm. Mr. Perillo is rated as an “A/V Preeminent” attorney by Martindale Hubbell, the highest recognition awarded by that organization. He was selected for inclusion in "Illinois Super Lawyers" for 2020.
Practice areas
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.
20 years
Personal injury and catastrophic personal injury, including accidents, trucking accidents, nursing, hospital, dental and medical malpractice.
28 years
Representing plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation. Includes suits involving contracts, business related matters, chancery and most civil litigation matters.
28 years
Defense of Felony criminal offenses in Illinois.
38 years
Court-Martial criminal defense.
38 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1988 | 12/06/2020 |
NY | Currently registered | 1983 | 12/09/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Rated "A/V Preeminent" attorney | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Navy Commendation Medal | US Navy | 1987 |
Member | Multi-Million Dollar Advocate's Forum | N/A |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Noonan Perillo & Thut Ltd. | 1992 - Present |
Senior Asst. State's Attorney | Lake County (IL) State's Attorney's Office | 1990 - 1992 |
Senior Asst. Public Defender | Lake County (IL) Public Defender's Office | 1988 - 1990 |
Lieutenant, Judge Advocate General's Corps | U.S.Navy | 1983 - 1987 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Lake County Bar Association | Member | 1988 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 1988 - Present |
Standing Committee, Episcopal Diocese of Chicago | President | 2007 - 2007 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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"Inside the Minds: Strategies for Military Criminal Defense" (Thompson Reuters/Aspatore) | (Chapter 2; A Primer for Civilian Criminal Defense Attorneys) | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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New York Law School | J.D. (cum laude) - Juris Doctor | 1983 |
Drew University | B.A. - Bachelor of Arts | 1977 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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GAL Training Seminar (Lake County, IL) | Guardian ad Litem's Review of Proposed Personal Injury Settlements | 2013 |
GAL Training Seminar (Lake County, IL) | Guardian ad Litem's Review of Proposed Personal Injury Settlements | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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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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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, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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, Litigation 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, Litigation Attorney on Feb 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Scott Schanks, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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.
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, Litigation Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Howard Lewis, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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, General practice 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, Litigation Attorney on Apr 17, 2012
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
John Greenlees, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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, Nursing home abuse and neglect Attorney on Mar 26, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mike's a great guy and a great lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer.
Bridget Hutchen, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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.
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, General practice 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, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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, Nursing home abuse and neglect 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, Nursing home abuse and neglect Attorney on Mar 29, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Jason Marks, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 17, 2011
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.