Heidi G. Villari, managing partner of The Villari Firm, PLLC in Philadelphia, has been selected to Super Lawyers for 2026, marking her tenth consecutive year on the prestigious list since 2017. This continued recognition underscores her consistent record of excellence among Pennsylvania personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys, a distinction that matters for clients seeking experienced legal counsel in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases.
In addition to the general selection, Villari has been named to three of the publication's most selective top lists: the Top 100: 2026 Philadelphia Super Lawyers, the Top 100: 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, and the Top 50: 2026 Women Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Her appearances on the Top 100 lists extend runs that began in 2022, while her inclusion on the Women list marks her seventh consecutive year since 2020. Super Lawyers selections are based on peer nominations, independent research, and evaluation across professional achievement indicators, with only a small percentage of attorneys in each state selected annually. This recognition is significant for clients as it signals a lawyer's high standing within the legal community and a track record of successful outcomes.
Licensed in Pennsylvania since 1998 and in New Jersey, Villari represents individuals and families harmed by catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. Her career began defending clients against personal injury claims, an experience that shapes her case-building approach. Knowing how insurers and institutional defendants evaluate exposure informs her strategy in discovery, negotiation, and trial preparation. This insider perspective is crucial for clients, as it enables her to anticipate defense tactics and maximize recovery.
Villari's results reflect this approach. She has obtained up to $135 million in settlements and awards over her career. Notable outcomes include a $20 million settlement in a brain-damaged baby case, an $11 million jury award for a woman who suffered a vaginal tear during labor and delivery, a $9.75 million settlement for a man left completely blind after surgery, and an $8 million verdict following a helicopter crash. More recently, she resolved a leg injury case for $4 million and a neck fusion claim for $1.95 million. She holds an Avvo "Excellent" rating. For clients, these results demonstrate a proven ability to secure substantial compensation in complex cases.
Beyond her caseload, Villari serves on the board of the Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association, as a senior hearing officer for the Disciplinary Board of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and as a judge pro tempore. She also teaches continuing legal education courses. Her memberships include the Pennsylvania Association for Justice, the Pennsylvania Bar Association, the Philadelphia Bar Association, and the Justinian Society. She earned her law degree from Widener University Delaware Law School. This professional service indicates a commitment to the legal profession and ethical standards, which can reassure clients about her integrity and expertise.
The Villari Firm, PLLC handles medical malpractice, birth injury, catastrophic injury, and wrongful death matters for clients throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey from its office at 258 S. 11th Street in Philadelphia. For individuals considering a claim, Villari's consistent recognition and track record provide a strong basis for confidence in pursuing justice and compensation.
