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William P. Schmitz, Jr. ("Bill") is a values-driven attorney representing victims of motor vehicle collisions, workplace accidents, and various other personal injuries. He has been recognized for his commitment to service, and dedication to securing maximum financial compensation on behalf of his clients.
His proven track record includes hundreds of favorable case resolutions; total recoveries exceeding $10 million; and the willingness, ability, and legal acumen to aggressively pursue his clients' interests in trial, arbitration, mediation, and/or via settlement negotiations across the State of Illinois.
SuperLawyers: Rising Stars
(Illinois - 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026)
The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40
(Illinois - 2022, 2023)
Avvo: Clients' Choice Award
(2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)
Not only is Bill a tenacious and highly skilled advocate, he deeply cares for his clients and is honored to promote their interests, especially in dire and vulnerable circumstances. That is why Bill has in his daily pursuits, for over a decade, dedicated his career to seeking recourse aligned with his clients' interests as best as the evidence supports, to the greatest extent our civil justice system allows.
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Acquired: 2016
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Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Work Comp Case
We are very pleased with the outcome of our case, even though it was a longer fight than anticipated. Covid slowed the roll of things a bit, but that was out of everyone’s hands. We were fighting a workman’s comp/statute of limitations case. We had what we needed to get a fair outcome, we just had to...
Posted by Kevin | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
SUPERSTAR ATTORNEY!!!
I was recently in a car accident and suffered a really bad concussion and other injuries that piled up medical bills. I was worried that I would have to pay for all of my medical bills, since the driver that hit me was not insured under the policy holders insurance policy. Lucky for me I put my faith...
Kevin, thank you for the review and recommendation. I appreciate you putting your faith in Spiros Law, P.C. during the difficult time following your crash. The regular communication and treatment updates you provided were integral to our successfully resolving your case. It was a team effort and I am very happy you had such a positive experience.
Posted by Sandy | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
#1 Attorney
William Patrick Schmitz represented me recently in my personal injury case. Bill's luminous knowledge and capabilities were an asset to my case, which we won! His characteristics and mannerisms were beyond my expectations! Of course let's not forget his unforgettable charm and stylish appearance whic...
"I have known William (Billy) since our days at the University of Illinois College of Law. Additionally, we both worked as Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 Law Students at the Champaign County State's Attorney Office during law school. Billy was an outstanding student and extern at that office, and I witnessed his hard work ethic first hand. It is clear that Billy's work ethic has only sped up after law school assisting clients on workers compensation and personal injury matters. I am honored to give Billy this well-deserved endorsement."
"Bill Schmitz is a highly-sklled, personable, and well-spoken advocate for his clients. I have had the opportunity to work directly with Bill on a number of occasions. Bill has an uncanny ability to connect with his clients and put their minds at ease during difficult times. Bill's ability to explain complex legal issues that arise in personal injury or worker's compensation matters in a manner that can be understood by the general public is second to none. Bill is not afraid to go nose to nose with insurance companies and stand up for his clients through trials and the appeals process. I highly recommend Bill to anyone who has been injured, whether it be at work or due to someone else's negligence."
"I knew William from law school and reached out to him regarding questions about appellate court practice, as he has successfully argued difficult cases at that level. He was able to answer all of my questions and provide additional strategic advice. I highly recommend William, he is very knowledgeable and aggressive."
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2026
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2025
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Top 40 Under 40 - Illinois - Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2022
Top 40 Under 40 - Illinois - Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
Excellence for the Future Award; Illinois Constitutional Law, The Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2020 - Present
Associate Attorney, Malman Law, PC
2016 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Spiros Law, PC
2016 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2024
The National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40Member
2017 - 2021
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - 2020
American Association for JusticeMember
2014 - 2016
University of Illinois Law ReviewManaging Internet Editor
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2016
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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The First Amendment
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English
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