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William Patrick Schmitz Jr.
also known as Bill
About William
Biography
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.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
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Licensed in Illinois for 9 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2016
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Posted by Stephanie | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Phenomenal Attorney
William Schmitz is the picture perfect attorney. I could not have asked for a better person for the job. Not only did he take the time to consult me legally, but he took the time to get to know me personally and ease my fears. He breaks down each step of the process so that you are 100% aware of what...
Posted by Greg | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Above and beyond
William has gone above and beyond to help my wife during her case. He has worked his butt off to get as much money as possible to help her with her injuries. If we had any other lawyer I am certain we would be missing out on thousands of dollars. Due to William's determination and persistence we are ...
Posted by Yessenia | September 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Best lawyer ever!!!
William has done an INCREDIBLE job as my lawyer. He has fought tooth and nail for me to win me as much as possible. With any other lawyer we would have been leaving money on the table. Not with Billy. He has thought of and went with every angle possible to allow me to take home as much money as I cou...
William Patrick Schmitz Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"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 endorse this lawyer."
"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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Experience
Honors
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)
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Associate Attorney, Malman Law, PC
2016 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Spiros Law, PC
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
Shoulder Surgery - Disputed Restrictions - Truck Driver
$217,500.00
Shoulder Surgery - Union Worker
$195,000.00
Semi Blows Stop Sign - Soft Tissue Injuries
$130,000.00
Motor Vehicle Crash - Surgery
$292,500.00
Work Injury - Shoulder Surgery
$125,000.00
Motorcycle Crash - Disputed Liability - Policy Limits Recovered
$250,000.00
Disregard Stop-Sign, Pay-Up
$100,000.00
Passenger in Single-Vehicle Accident
$90,000.00
Dog Bite - Lower Extremities
$75,000.00
Motor Vehicle Accident in Course of Employment - Leg Fracture
$170,000.00
Education
2016
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
University of Iowa
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
2018
The Valley WVLI 92.7 FM // Wivr 101.7 FM River Country
Workers' Compensation: What to Do After a Work Injury & the Benefits of Hiring an Attorney
2018
National Law Day: DHS Pro Bono
The First Amendment
Publications
2018
Illinois Bar Journal
Recovering for Your P.I. Client Despite Insurance Company Insolvency
2016
University of Illinois Law Review
A Fix for the Smartphone Glitch: Consumer Protection by way of Legislative "Kill-Switch"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do i do if my landlordwalks in my bedroomwithoutpermissionwhileim not dressed?
22 Oct 2025
Q&A
How can I be required to seek work thru Wcomp if I have since gotten on SSDI for another issue?
18 Oct 2025
Q&A
WC in VA. I have a PPD now and carrier wants me to resign. Says company cannot accommodate my restrictions
16 May 2025