LawtonCates, S.C. announced that attorney Terrence Polich has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, a peer-reviewed honor that highlights excellence in legal practice. Polich was selected for his work in Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, and Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs. This recognition places him among a select group of attorneys nationwide who are acknowledged by their peers for professional achievements.
The Best Lawyers selection process is rigorous, relying on confidential peer evaluations from leading lawyers in the same practice areas. Nominations are reviewed, and feedback is analyzed to ensure that honorees maintain high ethical standards and professional excellence. As Best Lawyers states, 'For more than 40 years, Best Lawyers has been grounded in a simple principle: the best lawyers know who the best lawyers are.' Polich's inclusion in this year's list underscores his reputation among colleagues and his dedication to client advocacy.
With over 25 years of legal experience, Polich focuses on personal injury, consumer warranty, lemon law, and civil litigation. His career includes notable settlements and verdicts, such as a $4.6 million recovery for nonprofit businesses harmed by fraud and professional negligence, a $2.3 million wrongful death settlement for a Marine who died from a drug overdose at a Veterans Affairs hospital, and a $1 million settlement for a veteran who froze to death after being discharged from a VA hospital. He also secured a $942,333.33 settlement for three individuals injured in a head-on motor vehicle collision. These cases illustrate his commitment to seeking justice for those who have suffered due to negligence or wrongdoing.
A graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Polich has contributed to the legal community as past Chair of the Wisconsin Association for Justice Program Committee and serves on the board of the Jason Simcakoski Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving mental health care for veterans. His involvement reflects a broader dedication to causes that extend beyond the courtroom.
Polich expressed gratitude for the honor, saying, 'I want to express my sincere gratitude both to Best Lawyers and all of my peers who voted for me in these categories. It's an honor to be recognized for my work in personal injury law. I became an attorney because I wanted to help people who have been harmed through no fault of their own, and I'm proud to work for one of the most distinguished firms in the state of Wisconsin.'
LawtonCates, based in Madison, Wisconsin, has been serving clients since 1958. The firm concentrates on personal injury cases, including motor vehicle accidents, work-related injuries, and wrongful death, as well as lemon law, criminal defense, consumer law, and business litigation. This recognition of Polich not only highlights his individual expertise but also reinforces the firm's longstanding commitment to providing skilled legal representation to those in need.
