About
Thomas P. Polacek is a committed non-public harm lawyer based totally in Joliet, Illinois, with a sturdy heritage in trial litigation and administrative law.
Thomas P. Polacek is a professional attorney primarily based in Joliet, Illinois, that specialize in non-public damage instances. With a focal point on representing people who've been critically injured, he has enormous experience in each state and federal trial courts. In addition to private injury cases, he additionally handles general administrative litigation matters, showcasing his versatility within the criminal discipline.
Having seemed earlier than trial and appellate courts in Missouri and Illinois, which include making arguments earlier than the Illinois Supreme Court, Thomas P. Polacek is properly-versed in navigating the complexities of the felony gadget. He has effectively represented clients and tried instances in U.S. Federal Courts inside the Illinois Central and Northern Districts, further demonstrating his information in a whole lot of felony settings.
Beyond his criminal career, Thomas P. Polacek has a numerous variety of interests and pastimes. As a former educational All-American football participant at Washington University in St. Louis, he has a deep-rooted ardour for sports activities. He is married to a former national champion volleyball participant and enjoys activities along with driving his bicycle, analyzing fiction, and taking note of music in his enjoyment time.
Thomas P. Polacek is also actively concerned in his community via his childrens sports. He participates in businesses including the Joliet Park District, the Inwood Figure Skaters Competitive Team, and the Juventus Soccer Club of Shorewood, Illinois. Additionally, he's engaged with the Joliet YMCA and Joliet Montessori School, showcasing his dedication to giving returned to the network.
As a former President of the Will County Bar Association, Thomas P. Polacek stays devoted to the felony profession and remains involved inside the organization thru its Past Presidents Committee. His ardour for law and advocacy shines through in his work and network involvement, making him a reputable parent within the felony discipline.
Legal Issues
- Personal Injury
- Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
- Employment Law
- Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Certificates
No Certifications
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Accepted Jurisdictions


Experience
- Managing Partner
McNamara Phelan McSteen, LLC
2005 - Partner
Schenk, Duffy, McNamara, Phelan, Carey & Ford, Ltd.
1997 - Associate
Schenk, Duffy, McNamara, Phelan, Carey & Ford, Ltd..
1993 - Assistant Lawyer General
Missouri Lawyer General s Office
1992
Education

Graduation year: 1992

Graduation year: 1988
Associations

Current

1994 - Current

1994 - 2017

2014 - 2015

2006 - 2015

1997 - 2000