Margaret P. Battersby Black

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      Margaret P. Battersby Black

      Chicago, Illinois
      15 years of experience

      Biography

      Margaret P. Battersby Black joined Levin & Perconti as an associate attorney in 2008 and was named Partner in 2014.

      Margaret has played a key role in a number of nursing home and medical malpractice cases. Margaret is well-regarded by her clients and peers alike, and was honored by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company as one of the 2011 "40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch." This award is given to 40 outstanding attorneys throughout the state for their achievements on behalf of their clients, their communities, and the legal profession.

      Margaret is active in the Women's Bar Association of Illinois, the American Constitution Society, the American Association for Justice, the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and the Illinois State Bar Association, and previously served as the ACS Chicago Chapter’s Law Firm Outreach Coordinator. Margaret was honored by Chicago-Kent Law School as Outstanding Young Alumna of the year for 2015. This award recognizes alumni who have made significant contributions to the law school and the legal community. She takes interest in mentoring law students and has spoken at several law schools about her experiences. She regularly judges law school moot court competitions and hosts students in externships.

      Leading up to her tenure at the firm, Margaret graduated from Chicago-Kent Law School with honors. Before entering law school, Margaret had a successful career as a financial analyst at JP Morgan Chase in Chicago.

      Margaret obtained her undergraduate degree from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan with University Honors and a concentration in Finance and Accounting.

      Practice Areas

      Medical Malpractice

      Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors

      Nursing Home Abuse

      Personal Injury

      Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

      Fees

      • Free Consultation
      • Contingent Fees

      Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

      Illinois, Since 2008

      Languages

      English : Spoken, Written

      Professional Experience

      Managing Partner Levin & Perconti

      Year: 2005 - Current

      Description:

      Professional Associations

      Women's Bar Association of Illinois Member (2014 - Current)

      The American Constitutional Society’s Chicago Chapter Board of Directors-Director of Firm Outreach (Current)

      Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Member (2008 - Current)

      Chicago Bar Association Member (2008 - Current)

      Illinois State Bar Association Member (2008 - Current)

      American Association for Justice Member (2011 - Current)

      National Association of Elder Law Attorneys Member (2014 - Current)

      Publications

      How Changes to the Illinois Nursing Home Care Act Will Affect Long-Term Care Abuse and Neglect Cases Chicago Daily Law Bulletin - Law Day Edition

      Awards

      • Emerging Leaders

        Leading Lawyers 2015.0

        Note: 2015-2017

      • Illinois Super Lawyers: Rising Stars

        Super Lawyers 2012.0

        Note: 2012-2017

      • 40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty to Watch

        Law Bulletin Publishing Company 2011.0

      Education

      • Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D.

        Year: 2008

        Honors: Graduated with HonorsAmerican Constitution SocietyChicago Kent Moot Court Honors Society

      • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor B.A.

        Year: 2002

        Honors: Graduated with Honors

      Speaking Engagements

      Ethical Considerations Regarding the Submission of Evidence and Trial Tactics, May 31, 2017, ISBA Tort Law Ed Program Panel Discussion

      Websites

      Blog

      Levin & Perconti

      Address:

      325 N LaSalle Dr, Suite 300, Chicago, IL 60654

      Fax:

      (312) 332-3112

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