Michael Verbic
Michael is a dedicated workers' compensation lawyer with a unique understanding of strategies and techniques and the ability to provide unparalleled representation to his clients.
- Graduate of Northern Illinois University College of Law, cum laude
- Served as President of the NIU Sports and Entertainment Law Society
Michael Verbic
Attorney in Rockford, IL
Michael Verbic is a skilled attorney committed to defending workers' compensation litigation. Prior to joining Heyl Royster, he worked at a highly regarded workers' compensation defense firm in Chicago, where he gained valuable skills and strategies for defending workers' compensation claims.
Michael graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2023. While in law school, he was President of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society and worked as a law clerk for CASA DeKalb County. During his term as President, he expanded the organization's membership from two to more than a dozen members.
Before attending law school, Michael graduated cum laude from DePaul University, where he studied Music Performance. He also worked in retail and insurance sales, which he credits with helping him understand and provide excellent customer service.
When Michael is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Allison, and his Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Kala.
Practices
Credentials
Education
J.D., Northern Illinois University College of Law, cum laude
B.M., DePaul University, cum laude
Licensure(s) and Admission(s)
State Courts of Illinois
Professional Associations
Illinois State Bar Association
Community Involvement
CASA’s 50 Men Who Cook
Presentations/Publications
Publications
“A New Direction for Section 7(a) Survivor Benefits,” Below the Red Line - Heyl Royster Workers' Compensation Newsletter (2024) - Read Article
Public Profile
Michael Verbic is a skilled attorney committed to defending workers' compensation litigation. Prior to joining Heyl Royster, he worked at a highly regarded workers' compensation defense firm in Chicago, where he gained valuable skills and strategies for defending workers' compensation claims.
Michael graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2023. While in law school, he was President of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society and worked as a law clerk for CASA DeKalb County. During his term as President, he expanded the organization's membership from two to more than a dozen members.
Before attending law school, Michael graduated cum laude from DePaul University, where he studied Music Performance. He also worked in retail and insurance sales, which he credits with helping him understand and provide excellent customer service.
When Michael is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Allison, and his Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Kala.
