Christine A. Filarski

Timothy Cavanagh, Founder With more than 35 years of experience, nationally recognized trial attorney Timothy J. Cavanagh has championed the rights of personal injury victims across Illinois and throughout the country. Since founding Cavanagh Sorich Law Group in 1997, he has secured more than 75 verdicts and settlements totaling $900 million on behalf of his clients. Cavanagh’s cases have broken Illinois records, strengthened safety standards, and prompted policy change within city and ...

Jim Cruger, a partner in Perkins Coie’s national Private Equity practice, concentrates his practice in the areas of mergers, acquisitions, formation of private investment vehicles and joint ventures. Jim has represented numerous private equity funds and public companies in transactions during his 28 year career. Public company representation has included Deutsche Post DHL, Leggett & Platt (NYSE), Voyager Learning Company (NASDAQ) and Strategic Hotel Capital (NYSE). Fund representati...

A seasoned legal professional, Dave adeptly navigates the intricate landscape of global client services. His comprehensive approach to strategic corporate matters seamlessly integrates diverse practice areas to serve his clients. With more than three decades of experience, Dave has been at the forefront of shaping critical business deals. He collaborates closely with a diverse clientele, including medical device clients, life sciences and technology clients, and health care providers and heal...

Corey E. Light is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Corey E. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Corey E. Light since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Corey E. Light is held by other lawyers.

For more than 30 years, Craig Tobin has been recognized for his precedent-setting civil and criminal trial work and is nationally recognized as one of the best trial lawyers in America, regularly voted by his peers to “The Best Lawyers in America,” “Leading Lawyers” and “Leading American Lawyers.” . Throughout his career, Mr. Tobin has guided many clients through high-profile cases which attract intense media attention and have either changed or defined the...

Matthew J. Cannon is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Criminal Defense: White-Collar. Matthew J. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Matthew J. Cannon since 2015. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Matthew J. Cannon is held by other lawyers.

John C. O'Connor is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. John C. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized John C. O'Connor since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John C. O'Connor is held by other lawyers.

Richard T. Ruzich is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Patent Law. Richard T. practices law in Chicago, Illinois Best Lawyers has recognized Richard T. Ruzich since 2021. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard T. Ruzich is held by other lawyers.

David O. Barrett was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame and his law degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law. After passing the Illinois Bar Examination in 2007, David joined Cooney & Conway LLP in Chicago, Illinois, where he represents individuals and families affected by asbestos-related diseases. David’s practice focuses on personal injury litigation involving asbestos exposure. He has pursued claim...

James H. Whalen is the co-managing partner of Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD, a Chicago, Illinois law firm. He practices in the areas of Litigation – Insurance, tort defense, commercial litigation, and product liability. Mr. Whalen represents clients in state and federal courts, as well as before state administrative bodies. His practice includes construction, business, commercial, product liability, employment discrimination, and premises liability litigation. Mr. Whale...