Practice areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in Indiana since: 2003
Education: Loyola University Chicago School of Law
With over 23 years of experience in personal injury law, Walter F. Sandoval is currently serving as a partner at the Hilbrich Law Firm in Highland, Indiana. He represents victims of auto accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, nursing home abuse and neglect, premises liability and workplace injuries, helping them push through difficult times and providing them with favorable settlements.
Mr. Sandoval’s practice is built on relentless advocacy and strategic execution. He approaches every case, combining his legal experience with a commitment to being a steady presence for his clients while they navigate the challenges of a trial. By prioritizing communication and professional dedication, he ensures that every trial is handled with precision. He focuses not just on achieving the best possible outcome but also on providing peace of mind, helping his clients to move forward with their lives.
Before enrolling at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Mr. Sandoval earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. He also worked at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange and Kirkland & Ellis, LLP, gaining early exposure to legal terms and operations. After earning his Juris Doctor in 2002, he proceeded to gain licensure to practice in Illinois the same year. He has been licensed in Indiana since 2003.
Additionally, he is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. In the legal community, Mr. Sandoval is an active member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the Indiana State Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. He also serves as a member of the board of managers of the Lake County Bar Association.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff, Estate Planning & ProbateFocus areas
Estate Planning, Medical Malpractice, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Wrongful Death
- 70% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
- 20% Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff
- 10% Estate Planning & Probate
First Admitted: 2002, Illinois
Professional Webpage: https://www.hilbrich.com/attorney/sandoval-walter-f/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Illinois State, 2002
- Indiana State, since 2003
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- Indiana State Bar Association, Member
- Illinois State Bar Association, Member
- Lake County Bar Association - Board of Managers, Member
Educational Background
- Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, Bachelor’s degree, 1996
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026