DBS
DONOHUE BROWN
SMYTH LLC
Attorneys at Law
Charles W. Sprague

Charles W. Sprague

Associate

(312) 422-0981

sprague@dbs-law.com

Chicago, IL

Address

131 South Dearborn Street
Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60603

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.

Education

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

Affiliations

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

Awards

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

Practice Areas

  • Institutional Liability
  • Medical Malpractice