Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman
333 West Wacker Drive, Suite 500, Chicago, IL 60606, Chicago, IL 60606
About Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman
Sanchez Daniels & Hoffman is a civil defense litigation firm located in Chicago, Illinois. Established over 35 years ago, the firm handles a broad range of cases including personal injury, product liability, and toxic torts. It operates as a Minority Business Enterprise and is recognized as the second largest minority-owned law firm in the United States. The firm's 31 attorneys have achieved numerous trial verdicts, including significant defense outcomes in civil rights and asbestos litigation. They serve clients across the Midwest.
Our Attorneys
Manuel “Manny” Sanchez
Founder and Managing Partner
50+ years experience
Larry C. Jurgens
Partner
43+ years experience
John J. Piegore
Partner
43+ years experience
Mark S. Vilimek
Partner
41+ years experience
Timothy V. Hoffman
Partner
40+ years experience
John J. Skawski
Partner
35+ years experience
Gerald M. Dombrowski
Partner
32+ years experience
Heather D. Erickson
Partner
25+ years experience
Leo Dombrowski
22+ years experience
Brian H. Sanchez
Partner
16+ years experience
Yifan Xu Sanchez
Partner
15+ years experience
ShawnTe M. Raines
Associate
15+ years experience
Mary McKenna
Associate
13+ years experience
Kevin M. MacInerney
Partner
11+ years experience
John Draper Daniels
Of Counsel
Emanuel “Chris” Welch
Partner
Michelle Franz
Associate
Elaine C. Davenport
Patrick Ward
Associate
Kelly Cronin
Associate
John D. Cummins
Of Counsel
Joseph Konrad
Associate
Ryan J. McQueeney
Partner
Mark E. Winters
Partner
Sean M. Hennessy
Associate
Abdon Madrigal
Associate
Hugo Chaviano
Partner
John S. Huntley
Partner
Meaghen A. Russell
Associate
Camille Cribaro-Mello
Franklin U. Valderrama
Former Partner
Notable Case Results
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$2.9M
Civil Rights
Federal court jury awarded a defense verdict in favor of twelve Cicero police officers accused of police brutality and excessive force. Six officers were found completely not guilty, and five others plus a lock-up keeper won defense verdicts. 55 plaintiffs received no compensation, while 24 others were awarded a total of $2.85 million.
$502,132
Auto Accident
Jury award of $502,132.00 in an admitted liability rear-end collision case. Plaintiff, a registered nurse, sustained a herniated disk and chronic pain syndrome, declared totally and permanently disabled. Plaintiff's special damages were $252,000 (and continuing) and $67,800 in medical bills. Plaintiff's attorney asked for $2,522,826.13.
$120,000
Property Tax Appeal
Favorable decision obtained from the Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board, resulting in a $2.2M reduction of the valuation of a client’s 19-unit residential property and nearly $120,000 in savings in property tax payments.
$15,000
Products Liability
Southern District of Illinois Federal Court jury returned a defense verdict in favor of Chrysler LLC. Plaintiff alleged disabling brain injury from an exploding lift gate gas strut, asking for $1.8 million. Jury awarded $15,000, apportioning 80% liability to the gas strut manufacturer and 20% to Chrysler LLC.
$10,000
Breach of Contract
Verdict obtained in favor of North Central College. Plaintiff, a 2002 graduate, filed a five-count complaint, with three counts dismissed via summary judgment. Remaining counts alleged breach of contract (anti-discrimination) and retaliation. Jury found for defendant on discrimination, and for plaintiff on retaliation, awarding $10,000 for loss of normal life.
$6,900
Auto Accident
Verdict of $6,900 rendered in an auto accident case where plaintiff claimed neck and back injuries. The offer prior to trial was $25,000. Plaintiff asked the jury for $125,000.