DUFFIN & DORE

Serious Injuries. Relentless Advocacy. Trusted Results.

Duffin & Dore, LLC is a trusted Illinois law firm with over 25 years of experience handling serious personal injury, wrongful death, insurance disputes, and complex civil litigation. Founded by seasoned attorneys Rick Duffin and Sean Dore, the firm is built on a reputation for clear strategy, direct communication, and proven courtroom success.

When your future is on the line, you need a legal team that prepares every case for trial — not just settlement. We fight smart, leverage every advantage, and stand by our clients from the first call to the final result.

Proven Results That Matter.

With millions recovered—including the largest car crash settlement in Will County history—we fight hard and smart. Whether negotiating or in court, our results speak for themselves.

$10M Trucking Accident — Largest in Will County History

$2M Trucking Accident Recovery

$1M Auto Injury

$500,000 Trucking injury

$1M Work Injury

$275,000 Insurance recovery

$100,000 - $250,000: Multiple auto-accident recoveries

$10M Trucking Accident — Largest in Will County History $2M Trucking Accident Recovery $1M Auto Injury $500,000 Trucking injury $1M Work Injury $275,000 Insurance recovery $100,000 - $250,000: Multiple auto-accident recoveries

The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100

Sean Dore recognized as one of the top trial lawyers in Illinois

Our Attorneys:

At Duffin & Dore, your case isn’t handed off — it’s handled directly by seasoned attorneys with decades of legal experience. Rick Duffin and Sean Dore bring distinct strengths to the firm, but share a common commitment: delivering results with clarity, strategy, and integrity.

Rick Duffin

Areas of Expertise

  • Serious personal injury & wrongful death

  • Auto & trucking accident litigation

  • Insurance disputes & coverage claims

  • Civil litigation

  • Corporate law

  • Real estate law

Recognition & Philosophy

  • Over 25 years of courtroom experience in Illinois

  • Known for aggressive, results-driven advocacy

  • Recognized for securing multi-million-dollar recoveries for clients

  • Committed to clear communication and client-first representation

Sean Dore

Areas of Expertise

  • Personal injury & wrongful death

  • Insurance claims & coverage disputes

  • Civil litigation & family law

Recognition & Philosophy

  • Named a National Trial Lawyers “Top 100” trial attorney

  • Former police officer & SWAT team member, bringing unique investigative insight

  • Experienced in high-stakes, complex litigation across multiple practice areas

  • Dedicated to protecting clients’ rights with relentless preparation and strategy

  • “I want my clients to feel protected and safe. I am my client’s legal pit‑bull. I understand people come to me with real problems … I will aggressively pursue any legal means necessary to protect my client’s interests.”

    National Trial Lawyers - Sean Dore

  • “There is no substitute for putting in the hours. With any area of law, it takes a significant amount of time to become an expert. Having worked on thousands of transactions and … many real estate litigation matters, we have seen it all.”

    Chicago Agent Magazine - Richard Duffin

  • “Rick Duffin and Sean Dore of Duffin & Dore, LLC can attribute their success to the expertise created with hard work, attention to detail and a plethora of different legal experiences.”

    Chicago Agent Magazine

  • “One of the firm’s mottos is to ‘be a team player and be responsive at all times,’ … ‘We strive to provide the best legal advice and to be available to our clients and their brokers at all times – if we are not, then brokers and clients will not continue to use our services.’”

    Chicago Agent Magazine - Richard Duffin & Sean Dore

Choose Duffin & Dore

At Duffin & Dore, we are more than just attorneys — we are advocates who take your case personally. Our firm was built on the principle that every client deserves full access to their legal team, an honest outlook on their case, and an unwavering pursuit of justice.

Strategic Thinking From Day One

Every case is approached with a long-term strategy in mind. Whether it’s a catastrophic injury or a sensitive insurance dispute, we build custom legal plans tailored to win — in court or out. That means anticipating obstacles early, building leverage, and staying several steps ahead at every stage.

Consistent Attorney Access

You won’t be passed down a chain of assistants. When you hire Duffin & Dore, your attorney stays involved from start to finish. We’re known for our responsiveness and accessibility, because we know the value of clear communication — and how rare that can be.

Grounded, Relatable Advocacy

We don’t talk in circles. We take pride in breaking down legal processes in a way that makes sense — not just to judges and other lawyers, but to you and your family. We understand how stressful this time can be, and we work hard to keep you informed, empowered, and confident through every stage of your case.

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