Stacey Cavanagh is a seasoned trial attorney and partner at Cavanagh Sorich Law Group, bringing more than 25 years of experience litigating complex and high-profile personal injury cases. Her practice focuses on catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, including medical malpractice, product liability and premises liability. Known for her strategic insight and compassionate client advocacy, Cavanagh has successfully represented individuals and families in impactful cases.
Before joining the firm in 2009, Cavanagh was a partner at a prominent Chicago law firm, where she gained invaluable experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants. Her dual-perspective background gives her a unique advantage in the courtroom. She has been recognized by Lawdragon as one of the 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers in the country.
Lawdragon Honors
| Honor | Year | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers | 2025 | Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability |
| The 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers | 2024 | Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability |
| The 2023 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers | 2023 | Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability |
| The 2022 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers | 2022 | Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability |
| The 2021 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers | 2021 | Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability |
Cavanagh’s litigation accomplishments include a landmark case involving the death of a United Airlines baggage handler, who suffered a fatal fall at a U.S. military base in Kuwait. Cavanagh was a member of the team that secured a $6.65 million jury verdict for the family after moving the case from the Persian Gulf region to Cook County Circuit Court. The case garnered national attention and highlighted the firm’s skill in addressing international jurisdictional challenges.
In another highly publicized case, Cavanagh was part of the litigation team that obtained a $20 million settlement against the City of Chicago after a drunk, off-duty police officer with a history of alcohol-related incidents caused a fiery crash killing two young men. The team uncovered critical evidence that initially had been withheld by the city, compelling the Chicago Police Department to address its long-standing “code of silence” in shielding officers from accountability.
“What I truly enjoy is working with people and representing them, whatever their legal needs may be,” Cavanagh says.