Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Chicago Trial Lawyer Services
Moor Law Office, PC is a Chicago-based legal practice founded on the principle of total commitment to client success. With over 30 years of experience in jury trials, our attorney Edward R. Moor specializes in complex litigation including product liability, civil rights, criminal defense, and whistleblower cases. Our track record includes multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements across diverse legal matters, from medical malpractice to corporate fraud.We combine deep courtroom experience with personalized representation, offering strategic counsel to individuals and businesses facing high-stakes legal challenges. Our practice spans state and federal courts, supported by memberships in prestigious legal organizations and recognition through awards like AV Preeminent and Illinois Super Lawyer. We maintain offices in Chicago's Loop, providing direct access to clients throughout Illinois and beyond.
Services
Criminal Defense
Civil Rights Litigation
Product Liability
Whistleblower Cases
Medical Malpractice
Class Action Lawsuits
Business Fraud Cases
Police Misconduct Claims
Qui Tam Litigation
Trial Representation
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of trial experience in complex litigation
- AV Preeminent peer-reviewed legal rating
- Multimillion-dollar verdicts in civil rights and product liability cases
- Licensed in multiple states and federal courts
- Recognized by National Trial Lawyers and Super Lawyers
Associations and certifications
- AV Preeminent
- Illinois Super Lawyer
- National Trial Lawyers Top 100
- Martindale Hubbell
What people say
Excellent negotiation skills
Prevailed in litigation
Expert advice
Competent legal service
Complex litigation expertise
Services
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges in state and federal courts. Our experience includes complex cases involving fraud, violent crimes, and white-collar offenses. We provide aggressive representation from pre-trial negotiations through jury trials, leveraging deep knowledge of prosecutorial strategies and courtroom procedures to protect client rights and achieve dismissals or reduced charges.
Civil Rights Litigation
We represent individuals whose constitutional rights have been violated by government entities or employers. Our practice includes police misconduct, discrimination, and First Amendment cases. We handle matters involving excessive force, false arrest, and workplace civil rights violations, securing substantial settlements and verdicts including $4.95 million in a Section 1983 class action against Chicago.
Product Liability
We pursue claims against manufacturers for injuries caused by defective products. Our experience covers automotive defects, medical devices, and consumer goods. We investigate product failures, consult technical experts, and litigate cases to secure compensation for medical expenses and pain and suffering, including a $750,000 recovery for a bicyclist injured by a defective smoke bomb.
Whistleblower Cases
We represent whistleblowers exposing fraud against government programs under the False Claims Act. Our work includes healthcare fraud, procurement fraud, and corporate misconduct cases. We protect whistleblower rights while pursuing substantial recoveries, including an $85 million settlement against Medline Industries for healthcare fraud, ensuring clients receive their statutory share of recovered funds.
Medical Malpractice
We handle cases involving medical errors resulting in serious injury or death. Our practice includes misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and birth injury claims. We collaborate with medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for victims, achieving settlements like $250,000 against Northern Illinois Clinical Laboratory for failure to diagnose heart attacks.
People
Edward R. Moor
Attorney & Founder
Edward R. Moor is a Chicago trial lawyer with 30+ years of experience in complex litigation. He graduated cum laude from Indiana University School of Law while working as a mechanic. Admitted in multiple states and federal courts, he has secured over $50 million in verdicts and settlements for clients in civil rights, product liability, and whistleblower cases.
Questions
What areas of law does Moor Law Office handle?
We specialize in criminal defense, civil rights litigation, product liability, whistleblower cases, medical malpractice, and complex commercial litigation. Our practice spans both plaintiff and defense representation in state and federal courts.
How experienced is Edward Moor in trial litigation?
Attorney Moor has over 30 years of trial experience, including more than 50 jury trials. He has secured multimillion-dollar verdicts in civil rights, product liability, and whistleblower cases, with notable recoveries exceeding $85 million in False Claims Act litigation.
Does the firm handle cases outside Illinois?
Yes, we handle cases in Indiana, Colorado, and federal courts nationwide. Our experience includes multi-jurisdictional litigation and co-counsel arrangements for complex cases requiring specialized expertise.
What makes Moor Law Office different from other firms?
Our unique combination of trial experience, national recognition, and personalized representation sets us apart. We maintain AV Preeminent ratings for legal ability and ethics, and have been recognized as Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers Organization.
How are legal fees structured for complex litigation?
We typically work on contingency fee arrangements for personal injury and whistleblower cases, meaning we only collect fees if we recover compensation. For other matters, we provide transparent billing with regular client updates.
