Michael Verbic

Michael Verbic

Attorney in Rockford, IL

Michael Verbic is a skilled attorney committed to defending workers' compensation litigation. Prior to joining Heyl Royster, he worked at a highly regarded workers' compensation defense firm in Chicago, where he gained valuable skills and strategies for defending workers' compensation claims.

Michael graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law in 2023. While in law school, he was President of the Sports and Entertainment Law Society and worked as a law clerk for CASA DeKalb County. During his term as President, he expanded the organization's membership from two to more than a dozen members.

Before attending law school, Michael graduated cum laude from DePaul University, where he studied Music Performance. He also worked in retail and insurance sales, which he credits with helping him understand and provide excellent customer service.

When Michael is not working, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Allison, and his Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Kala.