Marina Y. Safarov

Attorney

Marina Y. Safarov concentrates her practice in personal injury law and is dedicated to advocating for individuals who have been injured due to negligence. She is committed to helping her clients pursue fair compensation while maintaining open and consistent communication throughout the legal process.

Prior to joining the Law Offices of R. F. Wittmeyer, Ltd., Marina represented both plaintiffs and defendants in a variety of matters, including construction accidents, premises liability, workplace injuries, and motor vehicle accidents. Her experience working on both sides of these cases provides valuable insight into how opposing parties approach litigation, allowing her to anticipate challenges and develop effective strategies for her clients. Marina is also fluent in Russian.

Background & Experience

Litigation Paralegal, Law Offices of Rapaport & Herzberg (August 2009 – August 2012)
Law Clerk, Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella, P.C. (December 2014 – January 2015)
Law Clerk, Cook County Elder Law & Miscellaneous Remedies Division (June 2015 – July 2015)
Judicial Researcher for Presiding Judge Patricia Banks, Cook County Elder Law & Miscellaneous Remedies Division (August 2015 – December 2016)
Creditor Rights Attorney, Blitt and Gaines, P.C. (August 2016 – August 2017)
Litigation Attorney, Rapaport Law Group, LLC (August 2017 – March 2023)
Law Offices of R. F. Wittmeyer, Ltd. (March 2023 – Present)

Education

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Criminal Justice, Roosevelt University (2012)
J.D., University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, 2016
Health Law Certificate, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, 2016

Bar Admissions

State of Illinois, 2016
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois

Awards, Recognitions

CALI Excellence for the Future Awards (4):
- Administrative Law
- Advanced Torts
- Federal Income Tax
- Remedies
Dean’s List, University of Illinois Chicago School of Law

Professional Associations

Illinois State Bar Association
Chicago Bar Association

Practice Areas

Catastrophic Personal Injury Litigation
Motor Vehicle & Commercial Vehicle Collisions
Premises Liability & Negligent Property Maintenance
Burn & Spa / Laser Injury Litigation
Underinsured / Uninsured Motorist (UIM/UM) Claims
Product-Related Injury Claims

Community Involvement

Supports Outreach Community Ministries, helping raise funds for at-risk youth and programs that combat poverty.
Provides pro bono legal guidance through the Pro Bono Help Desk for individuals who cannot afford legal representation.
Active in her community church, where she oversees a group of school-age children.

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Arlington Heights, IL 60005

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