Nicholas T. Motherway

Competent and knowledgeable, but communication could improve

I hired Nicholas Motherway at Clifford Law Offices after a significant car accident left me with substantial injuries. His recognition in personal injury litigation was a key factor in my decision. Mr. Motherway demonstrated a solid understanding of the law, and his analysis of my case, drawing from his years of experience since graduating from DePaul, was thorough. He was able to negotiate a settlement that covered my medical bills. However, the experience felt somewhat transactional. While he is clearly knowledgeable, there were periods where communication was slower than I would have liked—updates often required my follow-up, and I sometimes felt I was waiting for responses. My expectations for a more proactive and consistently communicative relationship, given the firm's reputation, weren't fully met. For someone needing capable legal representation in Chicago for a straightforward personal injury matter, he will get the job done competently. Just be prepared to manage your expectations regarding the client-attorney dialogue and the pace of non-critical updates.