Matthew J. Matt Fischer

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

3.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

31+ years experience

Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

312-471-8710

https://www.rshc-law.com/attorneys/attorney/matthew-j.-fischer

1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL 60603

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Bio

Matthew J. Fischer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.Matthew J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Matthew J. Fischer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants and Product Liability Litigation - Defendants.Matthew J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2012. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Matthew J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Chicago (2020)
Lawyer of the Year: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Chicago (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Chicago (2013)
Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Practice Area: Appellate Practice
Practice Area: Arbitration
Practice Area: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Mass Tort Litigation
Practice Area: Mediation
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers (Appellate Practice and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions-Defendants, 2012-2022)2020 Chicago Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions-Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," Best Lawyers 2018 Chicago Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions-Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," Best Lawyers 2013 Chicago Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions-Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," Best Lawyers

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2012

Education

University of Michigan, J.D., with honors, Order of the Coif, graduated 1994
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, BS, with honors, graduated 1989

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Reviews

Jeffrey Stewart

3 months ago

Competent and experienced, but communication could improve

We engaged Matthew Fischer at Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila for a complex product liability defense matter. His deep experience, spanning over three decades, and his recognition in Best Lawyers for Mass Tort and Class Action defense were evident. He clearly understood the intricate legal landscape and his strategy was sound. However, our experience was mixed. While the legal work was technically proficient, we sometimes experienced significant delays in receiving updates or responses to our inquiries. For a firm of this caliber, we expected more proactive communication. His expertise is undeniable, but the client service aspect felt just adequate. He successfully resolved our case, but the process required more follow-up on our end than anticipated.