Bio
Clients look to trial attorney Trevor
Nightingale for his personable approach and unwavering work ethic in handling
products liability, mass and toxic tort, and class action matters.
Trevor is well-versed in legal research, motion and pleading drafting, and trial preparation. A resourceful problem solver, he balances tenacity with pragmatism to resolve cases effectively. Clients value his critical thinking and realistic outlook in crafting legal strategies that are both impactful and cost-effective. Trevor joins RSHC with a strong background in product liability, civil rights, plaintiffs' injury, and criminal defense, where he has meaningfully contributed to numerous favorable civil and criminal trial verdicts.
Experience
Clerkships
Judicial Extern, Hon. Thomas M. Durkin, United States
District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2025)
Credentials
Education
University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, J.D., 2025, magna cum laude
Dean's Scholarship Recipient
Dean's List
National Moot Court Competition Regional Quarterfinalist, Fall 2025
Herzog Moot Court Competition Champion & Best Oralist, Spring 2024
Moot Court Honors Council
Legal Writing Teaching Assistant
IL Orientation Volunteer
Purdue University, B.A., Liberal Arts, 2018
Dean's List
Bar Admissions
Illinois
Indiana
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Professional Memberships
Federal Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association
Will County Bar Association
Indiana State Bar Association
Porter County Bar Association