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Paul Martin McMahon
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Biography
Record setting verdicts in Illinois for Wrongful Death (50 Million dollars) and electrical injury (4.7 million dollars)
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
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Licensed in Illinois for 33 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Location
Costello McMahon Burke & Murphy Ltd
150 N Wacker Dr Ste 3050, Chicago, IL, 60606-1660
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Paul Martin McMahon's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Paul since he was first sworn into the bar and I endorse him. Paul exemplifies what it means to be an advocate and professional. Paul’s verdicts and settlements speak volumes about his skills and Paul’s clients are well served by his dedication and drive for justice."
"Paul's passion in personal injury cases is unparalleled. He zealously fights for his clients to truly make their lives better. A devoted lawyer and family man, there is nobody better than to have Paul on your side. His compassion and legal prowess make him a powerful choice in all of PI law. Thanks, Paul, for being a great colleague!"
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Experience
Honors
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Best Law Firms in Illinois, US News & World Report
2013
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2012
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2011
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2010
"Highly Qualified" for judicial election, Chicago Bar Association
2010
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2009
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2008
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2000
Largest Verdicts in US, National Law Journal
1992
Mock Trial Team, Captain
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Partner, Costello, McMahon, Burke & Murphy
1996 - 1997
Attorney, Steinberg, Polacek & Goodman
1992 - 1996
Attorney, Law Offices of Donald J. Nolan
1991 - 1992
Attorney, Prairie State Legal Services, Inc.
Associations
1992 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association
American Trial Lawyers Association
2005 - 2006
St. Athanasius ParishPresident Parish Council
Sample of Legal Cases
Fredericks v. SM & P
$4,700,000
Trifone v. Cardinal Transp.
$4,000,000 settlement
Gant v. City of Chicago
$50,000,000 verdict
Parrish v. American Infertility Group
Confidential settlement
John Doe v. Advantage Moving
$955,000 reduced 20%
Page v. President Builders
$775,028
Faraci v. MQ Sewer
$2,300,000 reduced 10%
Nelson v. Turner Construction
$1,250,000 verdict
Education
2006
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College
1992
Northern Illinois University
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of Illinois, Chicago
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Website
Your First Auto Accident Case
2010
Basic Lawyering Skills
Attorney Client Relationship
2009
Trial Lawyers
Jury Success Strategies
2006
TODAY SHOW-NBC
Are embyros human beings?
2006
Talk Show Live
Are embryos human beings?
2005
Damages in Personal Injury
Personal Injury
2004
Damages in Personal Injury cases
Personal Injury
2003
Damages in Personal Injury cases
Personal Injury
Publications
2014
Daily Herald
Lawsuit filed in Paramedic choking incident
2014
Chicago Sun-Times
Suit filed in "axe dance" incident
2010
MentorCLE
Your First Automobile Accident Case
2002
Verdicts, Settlements & Tactics
$775,028 Verdict in fall at construction site
2001
Trial
Willful and Wanton Misconduct verdict
2001
Verdicts, Settlements & Tactics
$50 million Verdict in suit alleging delayed 911 response
2001
Occupational Safety & Health
Contractor Liability
2001
Lawyers Weekly
Dead Man's Plea for help
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers