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When you’ve been seriously injured, the last thing you need is to feel like just another case file. At the Law Offices of Michael J. Brennan, you get more than legal help — you get someone who listens, stands with you, and fights for the full compensation you deserve.
Michael J. Brennan is a former prosecutor and solo personal injury attorney who serves individuals and families across Orland Park, Tinley Park, Oak Lawn, Palos Heights, and surrounding communities. With decades of experience and a direct, no-nonsense approach, he helps people recover after devastating injuries and wrongful death.
Whether you’ve been injured in a car crash, hurt on someone else’s property, or lost a loved one due to negligence, you can count on clear guidance and personal attention — start to finish.
No legal fees unless we win. Free consultation.
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Michael J. Brennan is a trial attorney with a long record of helping people through the hardest chapters of their lives. A former Cook County prosecutor, he brings the courtroom experience and personal commitment needed to take on insurance companies, negligent businesses, and dangerous care providers. As a solo practitioner, he works directly with his clients — no case managers, no handoffs, and no surprises.
His goal is simple: to help people get back on their feet with dignity and the resources they need to move forward.
Michael J. Brennan is proud to serve clients in Orland Park and the Chicagoland area.
From car crashes to unsafe properties, Michael handles a wide range of accident cases involving negligence. If you were injured due to someone else’s carelessness, Michael can help you recover.
No one should suffer abuse or neglect in a nursing home. If your loved one has been mistreated or died due to substandard care, Michael will help your family hold the facility accountable.
Medical mistakes can have lifelong consequences. If you were harmed by a misdiagnosis, surgical error, or negligent medical care, Michael investigates the facts and fights for justice.
Some injuries change your life forever. Michael represents individuals who have suffered brain injuries, spinal cord damage, burns, and other permanent injuries caused by negligence
Michael focuses exclusively on personal injury law. This includes car accidents, slip + fall cases, nursing home neglect, medical malpractice, and catastrophic injuries like TBI or spinal cord damage.
Yes — before accepting anything. Insurance companies often offer quick, low settlements to close cases. Once you accept, you can’t ask for more. A lawyer can help you understand the true value of your case.
There’s no fee unless we win your case. Your consultation is free, and you won’t pay anything upfront.
In most cases, you have two years from the date of the injury to file a lawsuit. However, specific rules may apply depending on the facts of your case, especially if government entities or minors are involved.
Yes. As a solo practitioner, Michael personally handles every case from start to finish. You’ll always know who’s representing you — and how to reach him.

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