Awards & Recognitions

CHICAGO, IL (January 21, 2025) – Shannon M. McNulty and Susan A. Capra, partners at Clifford Law Offices, have been ranked among the top 50 women lawyers in the state of Illinois by Super Lawyers® “2025 Illinois Top 50 Women List.” For over twenty years, Shannon McNulty has litigated on behalf of individuals and families whose lives are impacted by complex cases involving concealment, conspiracy, whistleblowers, contract disputes, employment disputes, sexual harassment, environmental issues, and…

When navigating the complexities of aviation accident litigation, few can match the experience and demonstrated record of success of Kevin P. Durkin. A partner at Clifford Law Offices, a nationally ranked and internationally recognized personal injury firm in Chicago, Mr. Durkin has been involved in nearly every major commercial airline crash over the last four decades, often serving as lead counsel. His blend of deep legal knowledge and tireless work ethic has made him a…

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, along with Bradley M. Cosgrove, Kevin P. Durkin, Keith A. Hebeisen, and Shannon M. McNulty, partners at Clifford Law Offices in Chicago, have been named to the “Top 100: 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers® list.” All five Clifford Law Offices attorneys selected have been recognized by Super Lawyers® for over a decade, a testament to their careers and reputations among their peers: Robert A. Clifford…

CHICAGO, IL (January 21, 2025) – Nineteen attorneys from Clifford Law Offices have been selected to the 2025 Super Lawyers® List. Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters business, is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The following Clifford Law Offices attorneys have been selected to the 2025 List (*denotes Rising Star distinction): Robert A. Clifford – Years of…

CHICAGO, IL (January 21, 2025) – Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner of Clifford Law Offices, has been ranked the #1 lawyer in the state of Illinois by Super Lawyers® “Top 10: 2025 Illinois Super Lawyers List.” Among his numerous awards and accolades, Super Lawyers® has recognized Mr. Clifford for 21 consecutive years. He holds the distinction of being named the number-one lawyer in Illinois for the most years, with 12 years of recognition….

Thomas J. (TJ) Tomasik, partner at Clifford Law Offices, participated in a panel discussion on “40 Under 40: Paths to Legal Success” at the Chicago Bar Association (CBA) on January 16, 2024. The CBA sponsored the hybrid program where panelists selected as honorees to the annual Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s 40 Under 40 offered advice and tips as to their success in the profession today. Speakers were (left to right): Trisha Rich, Holland & Knight,…

Robert A. Clifford, founder and senior partner at Clifford Law Offices, has again been named to Crain’s Who’s Who in Chicago Business. The 2025 publication of “The Book” names Robert Clifford among one of the 22 leading attorneys in Chicago under “Who’s Who Law.” Crain’s Who’s Who honorees are selected by the publication’s editorial team and determined based on their achievements and contributions to the city of Chicago. First published in 2017, the annual publication…

The Diversity Scholarship Foundation (DSF) awarded Sarah F. King, partner at Clifford Law Offices, its 2025 Advocate for Diversity Award. King, who serves as President of the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois, was awarded the honor at the Foundation’s 2025 Unity Award Gala and 21st Swearing-In of Bar Presidents Ceremony on January 16, 2025, at the JW Marriott Chicago. This award celebrates those individuals who have actively advocated and promoted diversity and inclusion in the…

Robert Clifford ’69, philanthropist, successful attorney, and founder/senior partner of Clifford Law Offices, was recognized as a “Distinguished Alumni” at the 2nd annual “A Night of Honor, Glory, and Fame” on Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at the Larry Tucker Marist SportsPlex. During the event, Clifford announced a generous $1 million gift to Marist High School in support of its ongoing mission and growth. The funding will support scholarships and financial aid to Marist students. Clifford’s…