Ted McNabola Honored in Nation’s Leading Dignitary Protection Certification Program

Participating Alongside the FBI, DEA, Homeland Security, and State & Local Law Enforcement

On Monday, September 15, 2025, Chicago attorney Ted McNabola received the rare honor of participating as a faux dignitary in one of the nation’s most elite Dignitary Protection Certification programs. This prestigious training—recognized as the top certification school of its kind—brings together highly trained officers from agencies including the FBI, DEA, U.S. Treasury Department, Homeland Security, Illinois State Police, and Chicago Police Department to prepare for the critical responsibility of protecting public officials from assassination attempts and other high-level threats.

An Armored Motorcade, A Helicopter Ride, and A Game at Wrigley Field

For one day, Ted McNabola stepped into the role of the protectee, serving as the focus of an intensive real-world training simulation. His day included full-scale operations with an armored motorcade, police escort, and even a helicopter transport. 

This immersive training plays a vital role in preparing federal and local law enforcement officers to handle real-life scenarios protecting high-risk individuals such as heads of state, foreign diplomats, and political figures. The program provides state certification in Illinois, a qualification that enables officers to participate in presidential and foreign dignitary protection details.

His involvement highlights his continued commitment to public service and community engagement beyond his legal practice.

McNabola said, “It was an incredible honor to play a small role in helping prepare these brave men and women for the challenges they face.”

As a leading personal injury attorney at McNabola & Associates, LLC, Ted McNabola has dedicated his career to serving others. Participating in a program that safeguards the nation’s most at-risk individuals only reaffirms his values of leadership, safety, and civic duty.