Chad A. Jennings
Chad A. Jennings
Partner
He/Him
"Legal challenges demand smart solutions—I deliver both."

Chad A. Jennings
Partner
He/Him
"Legal challenges demand smart solutions—I deliver both."
About Chad
An experienced defense attorney in Illinois state and federal courts, Chad represents Fortune 500 companies and other clients in all areas of civil litigation, including medical and legal malpractice, class actions, product liability, toxic and mass torts, insured and self-insured employers in catastrophic workers’ compensation, municipal liability, and civil rights matters. He also has deep experience in insurance law, providing coverage analyses to help clients understand their policies and exposure.
Chad litigates state and federal laws across multiple jurisdictions and advises on compliance with agencies such as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services (CMS), including Medicare set-asides, conditional payment liens, and related penalties. He collaborates with clients to develop operational controls, policies, and procedures that address regulatory, financial, compliance issues while helping to reduce brand risk.
Areas of Focus
Services:
Credentials
Education
- University of Illinois Chicago School of Law (formerly The John Marshall Law School), JD, 2002
- Southern Illinois University, BS, 1998
Bar Admissions
- Illinois
Court Admissions
- US District Court for the Southern District of Illinois
Thought Leadership
Presentations
Chad frequently presents on HIPAA compliance, insurance coverage verification, and case management. He also provides internal training and has delivered engaging CLE programs on workers’ compensation defense for clients and in-house counsel.
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Interests
Did you know...
Chad is an avid reader and a member of multiple book clubs.
Community/Civic Activities
- Human Rights Campaign (HRC)
- Equality Illinois
- Odyssey of the Mind
Thought Leadership
Presentations
Chad frequently presents on HIPAA compliance, insurance coverage verification, and case management. He also provides internal training and has delivered engaging CLE programs on workers’ compensation defense for clients and in-house counsel.
Press Release
Chad's Insights

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Jan 6, 2025
Chad A. Jennings Returns to Hinshaw’s Defense Litigation Group in Belleville