Richard Joseph Schroeder
About Richard
Biography
My passion for litigation began while in law school where I was selected as the senior member on the National Invitational Trial Advocacy Team and earned the Warren D. Wolfson Award for Best Trial Advocate of the entire law school. After obtaining my law degree with honors in 2003, I served as a prosecutor with the Cook County State's Attorney's Office and rapidly ascended the ranks becoming one of the youngest prosecutors ever to earn the title of 'Special Prosecutor'. While there, I successfully tried over 50 complex bench and jury trials to verdict on behalf of the People of the State of Illinois. In 2007, I joined the law firm of Paul B. Episcope, LLC where I utilized those trial skills in pursuit of justice for injured individuals and their families in the civil arena. In 2011, my partners and I founded the Chicago-based personal injury law firm of Tarpey, Jones & Schroeder, LLC. To date, I successfully have tried several criminal and civil jury trials to verdict, have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of my clients, have argued in both the First and Second District Appellate Courts of Illinois and have been selected as a Super Lawyer "Rising Star" in Illinois for my accomplishments. My extensive trial experience has provided me with the necessary tools to represent my clients with excellent results.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
15 years
15 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
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Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2003
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Location
Law Offices of Richard Joseph Schroeder
77 West Washington, Suite 300, Chicago, IL, 60602-3324
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Richard Joseph Schroeder's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
3 Client Reviews
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Posted by John | October 06, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Wonderful attorney and person...period
I had a complex case that had been handled by multiple attorneys at different firms prior to bringing it to Tarpey, Jones & Schroeder. Mr. Schroeder got a hold of my case and did a great job bringing closure to my case with a terrific outcome. He was very responsive and answered all my questions as s...
Posted by Samay | May 17, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Tough Case
I had a really tough case that took 5 years but with his commitment and dedication it finally came to an end. It didn't come out to what we both had wanted or expected but it took a lot of work to come to an end for the case. He always kept me up to date and gave me as much information he could. I...
Posted by Nicholas | May 17, 2011 | Wrongful Death
An Exceptional Attorney & Person, Period.
The period subsequent to losing my mother was a very difficult and an emotionally laborious time. She was wrongfully killed in a tragic vehicular accident that also immensely injured my father, not only physically but emotionally. We needed legal help that would allow us to remain focused on the conv...
Richard Joseph Schroeder's Lawyer Endorsements
"Rick is an aggressive, exceptionally bright personal injury and medical malpractice attorney who fights hard for each and every one of his clients. I have seen him in action in court and know how well received he is by judges and juries alike."
"Rick is a hard-working aggressive attorney who works tirelessly for his clients. He gets great results and is never afraid to take a case to trial."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rick is a dedicated lawyer who fights for his clients. I highly recommend his services."
"I know Rick to be an excellent attorney. He is passionate about what he does and has gravitas."
"I am proud to endorse Richard J. Schroeder. As a former Assistant State's Attorney, he earned the reputation for winning cases on behalf of the People. Today, he continues as plaintiff's attorney seeking justice for the clients he represents in their personal injury and medical malpractice cases. Richard's proven track record of litigating and winning cases involving serious personal injury earned him the respect of his colleagues when he was named among the 2011 Rising Stars of Top Attorneys in Illinois by Super Lawyers Magazine. Richard is the type of attorney who pours his heart into every case. He is articulate,bright, an excellent negotiator and tough litigator. Beyond his legal acumen, is his character. He has an unswerving devotion to what is right, honest and just and a genuine concern for those who place their trust in him. His vigorous insistence on the highest standards of performance is the reason why other lawyers routinely refer complex injury cases to his firm."
"Passion. Commitment. Excellence. A unique blend of these virtues, Rick's career has been a model for any attorney and community member. These words not only describe Rick's work for his clients, but also define him as a person. Over the years I have known Rick as a colleague and friend, his passion to help others is his life's mission. His commitment to his client's needs and achieving a just result is foremost. The excellence he achieves in these endeavors is second to none. Rick embodies these virtues as an active member of his community always willing to lend a hand to worthy causes. He is a committed friend, husband and advisor. His work as an advocate for his clients is thorough, detailed, compassionate and caring."
"I worked with Rick at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office in the Narcotics Division. We initially met during a training and he was voted best trial advocate in our class. He was a Special Prosecutor and I was impressed with his record. He won the majority of his cases and many were against seasoned criminal defense attorneys. I know several clients that have contacted Rick on personal injury and medical malpractice cases. He is very timely in responding to clients and genuinely cares for his clients. He is upfront and lets them know if they have a case worth pursuing as to not waste the clients time or provide false hopes as to an outcome. He was voted as a Super Lawyer Rising Star and has been impressing opposing counsel and judges alike. He has already made a name for himself as a personal injury attorney who cares and gets results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Commercial real estate lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2003
Justice Warren D. Wolfson Award, Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Tarpey, Jones & Schroeder, LLC
2007 - 2011
Associate, Paul B. Episcope, LLC
2003 - 2007
Prosecuting Attorney, Cook County State's Attorney's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
International Club of the Drake HotelMember
2009 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Center for Disability and Elderly LawYoung Professionals Board Member
2009 - Present
Cambridge Who's Who in AmericaMember
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$1.5 million verdict for Plaintiff
$7.5 million dollar settlement
Education
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Trial Advocacy
2009
Trial Advocacy
2008
Trial Advocacy
2007
Trial Advocacy
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Guides
Legal Guides
Nursing Home Neglect
05 Jul 2011
Construction Negligence
05 Jul 2011
Wrongful Death
05 Jul 2011