Philip John Berenz

About

Phil Berenz, a Chicago Injury Attorney, has built a reputation for securing significant settlements and verdicts across various legal matters. He is particularly skilled at defending clients, often achieving judgments against plaintiffs that surpass the amounts initially sought. As lead trial attorney, Phil has handled numerous bench and jury trials, with extensive experience in both Illinois State and Federal Courts. Phil’s practice extends beyond Illinois, as he has been admitted pro hac vice to litigate in Virginia’s Western District Federal Court, as well as in Florida and California. His clients come from across the globe, including the United States, Canada, Ukraine, and the Sultanate of Oman. He continues to litigate nationwide through a trusted network of local counsel, offering hands-on representation. Before attending law school, Phil gained valuable experience in the financial sector, spending five years in the securities and derivatives trading division of a major global bank. As a financial analyst and Assistant Vice-President, he oversaw financial operations in the U.S. and internationally, including Hong Kong, England, Germany, Asia, and Japan. This providential and comprehensive financial experience provides him with a unique perspective in handling complex legal cases.