Best Lawyers in Illinois, United States for Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
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Nicole Berg is a Senior Partner at Keller Postman LLC. She combines an analytical approach to the practice of law with expertise in legal strategy and briefing critical motions to deliver exceptional advocacy on behalf of plaintiffs. At Keller Postman , Nicole’s practice focuses on product liability matters. She sits on the Law & Briefing Subcommittee in the 3M Combat Arms Earplugs MDL—one of the largest group litigation matters in the United States—and is a member of th...
John Barnerd is a Partner at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He joined the firm in 2002 as mesothelioma and asbestos attorney, and today is a member of the firm’s management committee. He previously served for two years as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Madison County, Ill. John earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Illinois College and graduated with his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law. In 2010, Chicago Lawyers Magazine recognized him as a top 40 Under 40 ...
Devon C. Bruce is a trial lawyer with Power Rogers LLP in Chicago, Illinois , where he has practiced since 1993. His work focuses on representing individuals and families in complex civil litigation , including Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs . Mr. Bruce handles matters involving catastrophic injuries , medical negligence , and other serious claims in courts throughout Illinois. Over the course of his career, Mr. Bruce has secured numerous...
Jennifer L. Ashley joined Salvi, Schostok & Prichard P.C., in 2012 and was named partner in 2014. She focuses her practice on the areas of personal injury and wrongful death law including cases that involve car accidents , premises liability and products liability . During her time with the firm, Ms. Ashley has personally secured over $70 million on behalf of her injured clients, including: $16 million settlement for a man who lost his leg in a Lake County car crash $3.14 million settleme...
Peter J. Flowers believes a hands-on approach is the only way to handle delicate cases involving serious injury and death. A partner in the firm of Meyers & Flowers, Pete has represented countless families whose lives have been tragically changed because of medical malpractice, catastrophic injuries from workplace injuries and automobile accidents, and from defective products. He has also represented the victims and families of victims of nursing home abuse and of sexual abuse. His attent...
Andrew W. Mason is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Insurance Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Andrew W., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review surve...
Ashley Barriere is a Partner at Keller Postman LLC. Ashley’s vast knowledge of product liability multi-district litigation combined with her AmLaw25 defense-side experience allows Ashley to effectively litigate against behemoth corporations on behalf of her clients. At Keller Postman, Ashley focuses on significant product-liability matters. Ashley currently helps lead the firm’s litigation against the manufacturers and sellers of acetaminophen which causes autism spectrum disorder...
Drawing on a decade of experience, Caitlin guides clients through significant legal challenges, crafting creative and practical legal strategies consistent with business objectives. Caitlin maintains an active pro bono practice and has been recognized for her work in multiple matters on behalf of incarcerated individuals. Caitlin focuses her practice on the defense of companies in class action, product liability, toxic tort, mass tort, and other complex litigation matters. She also has experi...
Attorney Luke Pfeifer is an associate at Simmons Hanly Conroy, where he focuses his practice on helping families affected by mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. He joined the firm in 2019. Knowledge, Empathy and Passion Luke decided to become a plaintiffs’ lawyer because he wanted to be a voice for those who do not possess the means to speak for themselves. “My clients should expect me to handle their case as though I was representing one of my own family members,&rd...
Payal A. Gurnani is an attorney at Simmons Hanly Conroy. She joined the firm in 2019, focusing her practice on mass torts and class actions, with an emphasis on cases involving internet privacy and dangerous drugs and devices. A member of the Complex Litigation Department, Payal draws on more than 15 years’ experience as an attorney and a former career in information technology to help her clients. She directs a team of e-discovery attorneys, performs pre-trial evidentiary analysis, dra...
Allyson C. Cox is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Allyson C., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Allyson C. is held by other top l...
Chris Livas is an accomplished personal injury attorney with a track record of success representing clients in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex product liability cases. He has secured over $100 million for clients in cases against major corporations, healthcare facilities, and insurance companies – results that speak for themselves. Chris combines deep legal expertise with genuine care and empathy, ensuring every client receives the strong, compassionate representation t...
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