Chicago, IL — May 8, 2025 — Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP (PHL) is pleased to announce that Michael J. Philippi has joined the firm as a Partner in its Chicago office.

Philippi brings over three decades of experience in high-stakes litigation, including jury trials, appeals, and mediations in state and federal courts. He has served as national and regional counsel for medical device companies in toxic tort cases and has represented clients in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas, real estate, and financial services. His extensive experience includes defending major corporations in complex commercial disputes, environmental claims, and product liability matters.

“I am thrilled to welcome my mentor and friend Mike to our team,” said Tim Horton, Co-Founder of Polales Horton & Leonardi. “His reputation for excellence and his track record of success in complex litigation align perfectly with our firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional, efficient, legal services to our clients.”

Philippi’s addition to the firm enhances PHL’s capabilities in handling complex commercial litigation and strengthens its presence in the Chicago legal market. He is admitted to practice in Illinois and several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and has been repeatedly recognized by Illinois Super Lawyers and Leading Lawyers Network.

“I am excited to join Polales Horton & Leonardi and contribute to the firm’s continued success and growth,” said Philippi. “I look forward to working with such a talented group of people and providing our clients with the highest level of legal representation at reasonable rates.”