Matthew J. O’Malley (“Matt”) is a member of the litigation practice group and advises his clients on litigation strategies, skillfully representing them through all phases of litigation. Matt has a track record of success in both bench and jury trials. He focuses on the client’s resolution goals, whether that is achieved through trial, settlement conference, mediation or arbitration. Matt serves his clients in a variety of complex litigated and non-litigated matters, including actions for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, indemnity and contribution, professional malpractice, personal injury, general corporate, LGBT issues, employment discrimination and civil rights violations.
Matt is pragmatic and effective when it comes to advising clients and resolving problems. His approach is simple---he strives to understand his client’s objectives and constantly learn. Matt is a litigator but also enjoys serving as general counsel for corporations as well as for not-for-profits, providing risk assessment and proactive strategies to avoid conflict. He has held roles in various legal areas; most recently he practiced in the condominium and common interest community association context. Matt’s broad experience with commercial litigation, discrimination matters, municipal and government issues, tort litigation and other practice areas provide him perspective in both prosecution and defense.
Matt started his legal career working as an Assistant Attorney General for the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, where he served as defense counsel for the Department of Corrections and other Illinois state entities. There, he successfully brought four federal jury trials to verdict in favor of his clients.
Matt was recently selected by his peers in the 2023 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™.
