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Associate

Charles W. Sprague

Biography
Credentials
Experience

Biography

Charles W. Sprague is an associate at Donohue Brown Smyth. His practice is focused on the defense of healthcare providers including hospitals, physicians, and long-term care facilities. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Sprague was an associate at an Illinois defense firm that specializes in medical malpractice.

In 2023 and 2025, he was given the “Emerging Lawyer” distinction from Leading Lawyers. “Emerging Lawyers” have been identified by their peers to be among the top lawyers who are 40 or younger or have practiced for no more than 10 years.

Mr. Sprague graduated from the University of Illinois College of Law in 2020 where he was awarded CALI Awards in Constitutional Law and State and Local Taxation. Mr. Sprague graduated from Grinnell College in 2017 with degrees in English and Sociology.

Mr. Sprague enjoys golfing, skiing, and studying history.

Credentials

Education

  • J.D., University of Illinois College of Law, 2020
  • B.A., Grinnell College, 2017

Awards

  • CALI Award in Constitutional Law
  • CALI Award in State and Local Taxation
  • Emerging Lawyer 2023

Affiliations

  • Illinois
  • United States District Court, Central District of Illinois

Experience

DBS Obtains a Not Guilty Verdict in Lake County 

February 11, 2026 Client:

Physician

Outcome:

Defense Verdict.

On February 11, 2026, DBS attorneys Rob Smyth and Charles Sprague successfully defended an orthopedic foot and ankle specialist in a case arising from the failed repair of a complex ...

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