
Biography
Michael J. Morrison concentrates his practice on representing individuals in personal injury, medical malpractice and product liability lawsuits. He brings over 15 years of litigation experience to his work, having handled a wide range of complex cases involving toxic tort, defective products, and premises liability in jurisdictions across the country.
Mike has represented both individuals and corporations in matters involving serious and life-altering injuries, including paralysis, brain trauma, amputations, and death. He has delivered numerous substantial wins for his clients, including a $1.05 million wrongful death settlement in McHenry County, Illinois.
Mike earned his undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University, where he played Division I Men’s Basketball on a four-year athletic scholarship. As a senior, he served as team co-captain and was awarded the NIU Men’s Basketball Heart Award in 2003, recognizing his leadership and determination.
Mike currently serves as a Director of the Lake County Bar Association and lives in Lake Forest with his wife and three children.
Education
- The John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois
- J.D. | 2006
- Moot Court Council | Member
- Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, Illinois
- B.A. | 2003
- Major: Political Science
Professional Associations
- Illinois State Bar Association | Member
- Illinois Trial Lawyers Association | Member
- Lake County Bar Association | Direcor, Board of Directors and Officers
- Lake Forest – Lake Bluff Rotary Club | Member
Awards
- Illinois Emerging Lawyer | 2016
- Illinois Rising Star Honoree | 2011
Practice Areas
- Medical Malpractice
- Personal Injury
- Product Liability
- Wrongful Death
- Commercial Litigation
- Employment Law
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
Webinars + Podcasts
- “Get The ‘Scoop’ On Effective Workplace Investigations” Webinar | 2024
- “OSHA Compliance” Webinar | 2024
Blogs + Published Works
- “Understanding Your Rights After a Tragedy” Wynstone Stroll | Jun 2025