Donald K. Schoemaker

Clients proactively seek Don Schoemaker to represent them in serious litigation given his reputation for zealous representation and skilled cross examination. With three decades of experience and a tenacious litigation approach, Don has successfully represented clients against claims involving professional malpractice, personal injury, product liability, discrimination and business litigation.

Don’s reputation to take a case to trial not only assists clients if they are forced to take that route, but also makes settlement at a reasonable amount a viable alternative. He has tried to verdict more than 95 matters, the majority in Madison County and St. Clair County, Illinois. Don has tried catastrophic personal injury cases and commercial litigation involving Fortune 500 companies. He has represented a broad range of clients including individual physicians, medical groups and hospitals; manufacturing, agricultural and transportation businesses; attorneys and accountants.

As general counsel to several medical groups and small corporations, Don also advises them on day-to-day matters and how to comply with state and federal law to avoid distracting and costly disputes.

Don is dedicated to finding ways to add value for clients through efficient and effective use of technology, including document review/indexing, remote interviews and depositions of witnesses. He has substantial experience in supervising and managing mass tort litigation and using up-to-date technology in the cost-effective preparation and courtroom presentation of matters.