Illinois Lawyers

Criminal Defense Law

Jefferson Fulton Building, 218 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661, USA

Alfred Haddad is a lifelong resident of Cook County and has graduated from John Marshall Law School in 2015. He has since received certificates for alternative dispute resolution and trial advocacy. Alfred completed his Bachelor’s degree from Loyola University in Chicago. Alfred is also a proud member of the Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association, and is licensed to practice law in Illinois and the northern district of Illinois.

Family and Divorce Law

12413 S Harlem Ave suite 1sw, Palos Heights, IL 60463, USA

I am a solo practitioner focusing on family law, probate, estate planning and residential real estate. I strive to help my clients navigate their way through difficult and trying situations and produce the best possible outcome.

Family and Divorce Law

118 Barrington Commons Court, Suite 217, Barrington, IL 60010

Amy H. McAuley brings a unique combination of skills and experience to her practice dedicated entirely to family law. This includes over ten years of litigation experience in the areas of Child and Family Law and in both public and private sectors, as well as ten years experience in the mental health and social service fields. Amy’s interest in the issues of children and families began after earning her degree in Psychology from Northern Illinois University in 1989. Amy attended Loyola University Law School and graduated in 1999. Amy has spent the last seven years exclusively practicing Family Law. Amy continues to be inspired by making an important difference in the lives of her clients through zealous representation, compassionate counsel, and superior litigation skills. She continues to work to defend children and find solutions for families through her work as a Court Approved Child Representative/Guardian Ad Litem for Cook County and Lake County. Amy is also committed to social justice issues and provides pro bono legal representation for disadvantaged parents through organizations such as The Family Defense Center. She is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association, the Lake County Bar Association and the Chicago Bar Association.

Estate Planning Law

102 S Wynstone Park Dr, North Barrington, IL 60010, USA

Andrew J. Kelleher, Jr., co-founder of Kelleher + Holland, LLC, had a vision of legal services deeply rooted in high-level client services from the very inception of his career. He believes that nothing replaces old-fashioned hard work. That hard work has been focused on putting the client’s best interests first for 25 years. Andy concentrates his practice in trust and estate law, business law, tax law, and asset protection planning for high-net-worth business owners, executives, and individuals. He enjoys the never-ending challenges of solving complex estate and tax planning puzzles for his clients. Being both an attorney and a CPA, he has earned the respect and trust of both clients and peers alike by never prescribing advice that he wouldn’t take himself. Andy is proud of the top-notch talent the firm has attracted, and the high standards of excellent services they have set keep clients coming back. He continues to lead by example by volunteering time to his alma mater and church groups.

Civil Litigation

211 North Broadway, Suite 2625, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Judge Ann Callis (retired) is a partner at Holland Law Firm and heads up the firm’s Madison County, Illinois office. She serves as local counsel and leads major civil litigations in state and federal courts in Illinois and Missouri. Ann Callis was the first woman Circuit Judge in Madison County, Illinois and was the first woman Chief Judge in Madison County, where she served for 18 years. She served in every division in the 3rd Circuit Court where she presided over hundreds of jury and non-jury trials including complex litigation, environmental, personal injury, and professional negligence (legal and medical). She spent 8 years on the circuit bench on the Felony docket. In addition to handling a full civil docket, Chief Judge Callis was instrumental in creating the nationally recognized Veterans Treatment Court, the first of its kind in Illinois, where Veterans involved with the justice system are given necessary assistance and counseling to become once again productive members of society. She also established the Mandatory Foreclosure Mediation Program that saved hundreds of families their homes. As an attorney, Judge Callis concentrates her practice on mass torts, products liability, environmental disasters and commercial practice. She is currently handling many aspects of the opioid litigation, where she represents more than thirty Governmental Entities in Illinois and Missouri and has also been appointed to the Plaintiffs ’Executive Committee for the Statewide Opioid MDL in Illinois. Judge Callis also represents women in the Illinois Essure Litigation. She has received many awards and recognition for her judicial service including an Achievement Award from the Alton Branch of the NAACP, the Coalition of Concerned Citizens of Alton Chairman Award (for promoting Justice for All), the Community Counseling Center Mental Health Hero and an award from the St. Clair/ Monroe Counties Salute for Protecting the Children from the Storms of Life. Judge Callis obtained her B.A. Magna Cum Laude from St. Louis University in 1987 and went on to earn her law degree from S.LU. in 1990. She also completed a public managers program at the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard College.

Family and Divorce Law

2801 Lakeside Dr #211, Deerfield, IL 60015, USA

Ann Leone is a Chicago native who specializes in representing business owners, professionals, and their spouses in complex, divorce and family law related matters. Ann’s diverse background and membership with the American Academy for Certified Financial Litigators has allowed her practice in family law to specialize in high-stakes litigation involving closely held business interests, highly-disputed parenting issues, involving serious mental health concerns, and complex support disputes, requiring analysis and understanding various compensation packages. Ann is widely recognized by Judges and the legal community for her creative problem solving and zealous advocacy which enable her to advance her clients’ interests, even in the most challenging cases. She has extensive experience both in the courtroom and as a skilled negotiator in alternative dispute settings, as a certified mediator, which affords her the unique ability to tailor her approach to meet her client’s individual priorities and specific circumstances. Ann is a Chicago native who comes from a Hispanic family and is fluent in French, Spanish, and English. In addition to her multicultural background, she has worked in various government agencies, including the Department of Children and Family Services and The Cook County Office of the Public Guardian. With her background in Psychology and keen understanding governmental interventions in the context of families in crisis, Ann is uniquely able to provide her clients with a long-term perspective regarding the impact of their present decisions on the future of their family. Her direct and transparent communication style enables her clients to feel supported, heard, and empowered to make decisions regarding the future of their familial relations and financial well-being. Ann graduated from Loyola University Chicago with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Psychology. She received her Juris Doctorate from University of Illinois – Chicago, formerly known as The John Marshall Law School. Ann has been recognized as an Emerging Lawyer by Leading Lawyers and has lectured before the Lake County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association on divorce issues. Ann’s passion for community outreach and serving families in crisis is furthered by her volunteer legal services for the Department of Children and Family Services, SGA, and Greenlight Family Services.

Criminal Defense Law

535 Maine St., 12, Quincy, IL 62301

Anthony B. Cameron is a criminal defense and administrative law attorney in Quincy, Illinois, and the principal of Cameron Law Offices. His practice includes representing individuals in disputes with government agencies, as well as appearing before courts and government bodies in criminal, licensing and other administrative matters. He represents criminal defendants in Western and Central Illinois courts, including people facing DUI/DWI charges and other motor vehicle offenses. His office is in Quincy’s Maine Center, at 535 Maine Street, Suite 12. Cameron earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Illinois in 1970, graduating with high honors. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1972. During law school, he served as class vice president and was a quarterfinalist in the National Mock Law Office Competition. His professional profile records admission to the Arkansas and Illinois bars in 1973. His earlier education included a diploma from the Defense Language Institute in 1965, where he finished first in his graduating class. His military service was with the United States Air Force in 1964–1968 and 1970. Cameron’s professional profile lists affiliations with the Adams County Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association and Arkansas Bar Association. In 2026, he was again appointed to the Illinois State Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission.

Personal Injury Law

6525 North Avenue, Ste 204, Oak Park, IL 60301

Area of Practice: Plaintiff Personal Injuy Growing up as an Italian immigrant in Chicago, Attorney Tony Cuda witnessed firsthand the unfair realities employees around him were faced with. His father was a factory worker, and Tony saw the way his employer paid no mind to those injured while on the job. With a passion for his community and an appreciation for the working man, Tony Cuda pursued a career in which he could represent people facing an unfair system. As a dedicated personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney, Tony proudly serves clients throughout the greater Chicago area, including residents of DuPage, Cook, and Lake counties. Contact him at Cuda Law Offices, Ltd. in Oak Park, Illinois, today to request a free consultation.

Personal Injury Law

7170 West Grand Ave., #1E, Chicago, IL 60707

Mr. Mancini has 27 years of experience representing thousands of individuals in all types of personal injury matters. He has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for his injured clients. Mr. Mancini is a member of the Illinois, Ohio, and Wisconsin Bars, and a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Mr. Mancini is also a National Trial Lawyers Association Top 100 Trial Lawyer. Mr. Mancini received his B.A. from The University of Illinois at Chicago, and his J.D. from the Valparaiso University School of Law.

Family and Divorce Law

150 N Michigan Ave #3600, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

Arin has been practicing exclusively in all areas of family and matrimonial law, including dispute resolution and litigation for over fifteen years. She understands that during this especially difficult time, her clients need both compassion and strength. Arin ensures her clients have a hand in their own destiny in regard to their case while also helping them to develop realistic and attainable expectations. She understands that each client has unique needs and priorities which must be listened to in determining the best strategy and approach for their situation. She counsels clients on a wide range of divorce-related issues including parenting disputes, maintenance and support, analysis of complex financial matters, and the disposition of marital and non-marital assets. Arin enjoys working with clients directly to assist them in making the decisions which are best for both them and their families to ensure that their transition through this difficult time is as smooth as possible.

Real Estate Law

300 E. Randolph, Ste. 3400, Chicago, IL 60601

Aurora concentrates her practice in the areas of commercial and real estate litigation, construction litigation, mechanic’s liens, defense of mortgage foreclosure, mortgage fraud - plaintiff, title insurance claims litigation, and other special chancery remedy cases. Her clients range from multinational corporations to small and startup companies to individuals. Aurora is currently serving as Commissioner for the Illinois Courts Commission and is in her 12th year as Chair of the Cook County State’s Attorney Asian Advisory Council. She served 9 years as Commissioner for the Park Ridge Planning and Zoning Commission, and has served 11 years as Commissioner for the Cook County Human Rights Commission. She is the immediate past president of the Chicago Bar Association, and was named a Super Lawyer-Real Estate, one of the Top 10 Women Consumer Attorneys by Leading Lawyers, and one of the Top 10 Women Lawyers in Real Estate. Aurora is also fluent in Tagalog. She earned both her B.S. and J.D. at Loyola University.

Civil Litigation

156 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Beth Gori graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1995 with a degree in Biology. She attended law school at St. Louis University and graduated with a J.D. and certificate in Health Law Studies in 1999. Mrs. Gori is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois and the U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois. She has worked for many years in the field of personal injury and as a Madison County Assistant State's Attorney. She is a member of the American Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association and the Madison County Bar Association. In the community, Mrs. Gori serves on the board of directors for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Southern Illinois and is also a member of the board of the Friends of the Wildey.

Personal Injury Law

156 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025, USA

Beth Gori-Gregory graduated from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1995 with a degree in Biology. She attended law school at St. Louis University and graduated with a J.D. and a certificate in Health Law Studies in 1999. Ms. Gori-Gregory is licensed to practice law in Missouri, Illinois, and the U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois. She has dedicated her career to helping victims suffering from mesothelioma and lung cancer. She is a member of the American Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Missouri Bar Association, National Trial Lawyers, American Association for Justice, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, National Asbestos Mesothelioma Trial Lawyers, and the Madison County Bar Association. Ms. Gori-Gregory is committed to giving back to her community and invests her time and resources to improve the lives of all. She has previously served on several philanthropic boards, including those for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Southern Illinois as well as Friends of the Wildey. Today, she serves on the Strategic Planning Committee at Villa Duchesne School in St. Louis and works alongside Managing Partner Sara Salger to foster an environment of community outreach and giving within the firm through its donations and Gori Gives program.

Civil Litigation

311 South Wacker Drive, Suite 1500, IL Chicago

Brad Gordon is the managing partner of the firm’s Chicago office. He focuses his practice on litigation, representing the interests of corporations and insurance companies throughout the United States. Mr. Gordon has extensive experience in all phases of complex litigation, as well as aggregation of mass tort claims. In addition to handling subrogation matters involving product failures and construction defects, Mr. Gordon has also prosecuted high-profile claims involving Ford Ignition Switches, Ford Speed Control Deactivation Switches and Torchiere Halogen Lamps. Mr. Gordon takes great pride in his long-standing relationships with clients as he leads them through all phases of litigation. He is also well-versed in resolving matters through alternative dispute resolution in forums such as the American Arbitration Association and Inter-Company Arbitration. Mr. Gordon is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Indiana and Minnesota. He is also admitted to the United States District Court for the Central, Northern and Southern Districts of Illinois, the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas, the Northern District of Texas, the District of Colorado and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Iowa in 1993 and his Juris Doctor from DePaul College of Law in 1997. Mr. Gordon frequently presents and lectures at the National Association of Subrogation Professional’s annual conference, along with other regional insurance seminars. Recent presentations include Fundamentals of a Relationship between Origin and Cause Investigator and Attorney, Spoliation of Evidence, and Aggregation of Claims. Recently, he was a participant in an expert panel at the Annual Meeting of the Illinois Association of Arson Investigators and was named to the IAAI Insurance Training and Membership Advisory Committee. In 2015, he achieved an AV Preeminent Martindale-Hubbell rating, the highest possible rating for an attorney for both ethical standards and legal ability. In his spare time, Mr. Gordon has volunteered his time with the local YMCA and Y-ME programs, along with becoming involved with the Court Appointed Special Advocates program of Lake County, Illinois. Mr. Gordon also spends his time volunteering for the Lincolnshire Sports Association.

Personal Injury Law

134 N LaSalle St suite 650, Chicago, IL 60602, USA

Bradley Dworkin brings over 25 years of experience to the practice. After receiving his law degree from Case Western Reserve in Cleveland, Brad moved on to marry, have two kids, and also founded the Dworkin and Maciariello firm. Brad was named a SUPER LAWYER in multiple issues of Chicago Magazine, an honor bestowed upon only the top 5% of Illinois Lawyers. He has been on the faculty at the National Business Institute and Lorman’s Education Services, teaching Injury law to other lawyers and professionals, and has also taught a personal injury law class at a well-respected Chicago law school. Furthermore, Brad has written articles in newspapers, appeared on television and radio, and spoken at union hall meetings throughout Illinois on injury law, retaliatory discharge, and employment law. Among his many satisfied past clients, Mr. Dworkin has also represented other lawyers when they have been injured. Seeking justice for victims of personal injury, work injury, or loss of employment (retaliatory discharge and EEOC claims) gives Brad the highest level of contentment. The ability to help others in their greatest hour of need means the world to him. From helping clients get essential medical care to executing proper financial compensation, Brad approaches each case with vigor and tenacity. One of his happiest memories is when he was able to get a large settlement for a client and with the settlement money the client was able to purchase a home and start up a business. Outside of working hard for those he represents, Brad also likes to run, ski, and play tennis. As you can see Brad is always on the move and ready to conquer any challenge.

Personal Injury Law

360 W Butterfield Rd, Elmhurst, IL 60126, USA

Brandon Carson Hall is a partner at HART DAVID CARSON, LLP and handles civil cases across a wide array of practice areas. He has settled or tried hundreds of cases resulting in millions of dollars for his clients. Brandon has successfully handled wrongful death, products liability, premises liability, construction accident, commercial trucking accident, automobile accident and worker’s compensation cases in state and federal courts in Illinois.

Family and Divorce Law

3601 W Algonquin Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008, USA

Brandon M. Djonlich is a licensed Illinois attorney and also a Certified Public Accountant, he focuses his law practice on divorce, child custody (significant decisions and parenting time), child support matters, personal injury, medical negligence, car accidents and wrongful death claims. Furthermore Mr. Djonlich has helped numerous clients find their way through the legal system, using his commitment to excellence and knowledge of the law to help achieve the best result possible for the clients.

Real Estate Law

119 S Emerson St #262, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA

Brian M. Iversen handles matters in Real Estate, Elder law, and Personal Injury. Brian graduated from the John Marshall Law School in May of 2015 receiving his Juris Doctor (J.D) and Elder Law Certification. He was also Deans listed and participated in several organizations while attending law school. While in law school he clerked at a plaintiff’s personal injury firm. Brian also volunteered in the community with the Center for Elder Law and Disability’s guardianship help desk, where he gained experience dealing with elderly and disabled clients. Brian has chosen to be an lawyer so that, “he could give back to the community and make a difference in the lives of others.” Brian will work hard and diligently to ensure that his work is done professionally and to the highest degree.

Workers Compensation Law

134 N LaSalle St STE 650, Chicago, IL 60602, USA

Area of Practice: Illinois Workers Compensation & Personal Injury law Brian McManus, Jr. is a partner at Brian J. McManus and Associates, Ltd. and has been with the firm since 1995. Mr. McManus, Jr. is a plaintiff’s lawyer who specializes in personal injury, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation law. He has developed a long standing relationship with United Airlines flight attendants who have sustained work-related injuries. He has successfully tried and settled hundreds of cases filed before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission. In addition, Mr. McManus, Jr., settled a wrongful death claim in McHenry County, Illinois for over $1.2 million dollars, an impressive settlement in that jurisdiction. Mr. McManus, Jr.’s career highlights also include the case of Jerry Grant v. Clennon Electric and Anchor Electric, which he tried before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission and obtained one of the largest arbitration awards in the State of Illinois. Mr. McManus, Jr. is best known for his skill in client contact and advanced trial strategy. Brian obtained his law degree from John Marshall Law School, and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Villanova University. He is an active member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Chicago Bar Association. He is a lifelong Chicagoan and die-hard fan of the Chicago Cubs. Mr. McManus, Jr. lives in the Chicago area with his wife Dena and their four lovely children.

Civil Litigation

27 North Wacker Dr., same, 446, IL 60606

Mr. Busse has concentrated his practice in the defense of tort and insurance coverage litigation. He has handled hundreds of personal injury and wrongful death cases in various Illinois venues, including automobile, trucking, premises liability, product liability, aviation and construction injury claims, as well as fire and explosion and property damage claims. Mr. Busse has defended numerous cases involving churches and other charitable organizations. Mr. Busse has also prosecuted and defended numerous insurance coverage cases. He has obtained numerous jury verdicts in favor of his clients in both state and federal courts. Mr. Busse has also defended a large number of lawsuits in alternative dispute resolution forums, including American Arbitration Association, Mandatory Court Annexed Arbitration and in numerous private alternative dispute resolution forums.

Family and Divorce Law

4 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA

Carl practices family law, adoption, parentage, probate and general civil litigation in McHenry County, Illinois. He has been licensed for 25 years in Illinois and Wisconsin. Carl was a three-time chair of the American Bar Association adoption committee, served as president of the McHenry County Bar Association, and was honored as 2000-2001 Illinois Young Lawyer of the Year. His published legal writings can be found in books, book chapters and legal magazines. Carl wrote the book Illinois Parentage Law and served as president of the McHenry County Bar Association. Mr. Carl also served as an article editor for the ABA's Family Advocate magazine, as an update editor for LexisNexis, and as a speaker for the Illinois State Bar Association, MCBA, ABA and other organizations. In 2015, Mr. Carl contributed chapters on adoption and parentage to Illinois Family Law, published by LexisNexis, and his updated chapters are expected to be published in late 2020. Carl received his law degree from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1994. His undergraduate degree was conferred by University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Carl’s trial experience includes divorce, child custody and child support, adoption, juvenile court, small claims, probate and guardianship, business disputes and arbitration. He is a certified guardian ad litem in Illinois and Wisconsin courts, and is a certified family law mediator. Carl has also successfully prosecuted and defended appeals. Carl is president of the Woodstock Community Unit School District 200 board of education, and has served on the D200 board since 2013.

Medical Malpractice Law

954 W Washington Blvd ste 215, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

Carmine graduated Summa Cum Laude from Albion College with a degree in Political Science and Concentration in Public Service. While at Albion College, he served as the President of the Student Council and played on the soccer team. He earned his law degree from Wayne State University Law School where he sat on the Law School Student Board of Governors. He was awarded best brief writer, Arthur Neef Moot Court Competition. Carmine also obtained his Graduate Certificate in Legal Practice from the University of South Australia School of Law. Before joining Beam Legal Team, Carmine practiced medical malpractice defense and specialized in birth trauma litigation. His background gives him a unique perspective which allows him to anticipate defenses and thoroughly prepare cases for our clients. Carmine has been recognized by his peers who selected him as a Leading Lawyer. Carmine is licensed to practice in Michigan State Court, Federal Court, Wisconsin State Court, and Illinois State Court.

Personal Injury Law

121 S. Wilke Rd.,, Suite 501, Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Attorney Charles Adler has been fighting for the rights of his clients his entire career. He had only been an attorney for just 30 days when he stepped into the courtroom to try his first case defending a small business owner. Charles has maintained a litigation practice since then. Early on in his career, Charles represented clients in construction litigation and took numerous cases to trial both prosecuting cases on behalf of his clients or defending his clients' rights. The construction claims involved numerous industrial, commercial, and shopping center properties. In taking a number of those cases to trial, Charles gained valuable courtroom experience and learned how to handle complex cases quickly. His dedication to being detailed, professional, hard-driving, and results-oriented created a strong foundation for his career in the practice of law. Those early cases also taught him the importance of managing expert witnesses and how to deal with complex fact patterns, all of which he carried over when he made the transition to the practice of personal injury law.

Personal Injury Law

200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2830, Chicago, IL 60601

Attorney Christopher Bassmaji is a Partner at Schlack & Bassmaji and focuses his practice on Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation cases. Chris has been with the firm since 2010 when he started with the firm as a legal assistant. In 2014, Chris graduated from law school and was admitted to practice law in the State of Illinois. Over the last 10 years, Chris has helped over one thousand clients recover millions of dollars for their injuries. Additionally, Chris has been recognized as a “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers, Lawyers of Distinction in Personal Injury Law, and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation.

Environmental Law

1617 W Leland Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

Claire A. Manning focuses her practice primarily in the fields of environment, energy, agriculture, natural resources, administrative and regulatory law, having had key legal roles in government prior to entering private practice in 2002, specifically as Chairman of the Illinois Pollution Control Board from 1993-2000 and as one of the original members of the Illinois Public Labor Board, 1984-1993. She has successfully represented her clients in federal and state courts throughout Illinois and before various administrative agencies, such as the Illinois Pollution Control Board, the Illinois and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Illinois and U.S. Departments of Agriculture, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, and the Illinois Department of Public Health. She counsels clients regarding specific laws and legislation, assisting them in making and implementing strategic business decisions related to permitting, licensing, regulatory compliance, due diligence, and court challenges to administrative authority or decision-making. Manning has been recognized as one of the top ten female lawyers in downstate Illinois, was profiled in a Leading Lawyer publication, and is recognized as such in the following areas of law: environment; agriculture; government, regulatory and administrative; and labor and employment law. She serves as co?chair of the Environmental and Energy Practice Committee of Meritas, an international association of law firms in which BHS is a member. Manning actively participates in the Illinois State Bar Association, having served as Chair of the Administrative Law Section Council, of the Women and Law Standing Committee, and of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for Downstate Judges. She has also served on the Environmental Law Section Council and the Agricultural Law Section Council and currently serves on the new Food Law Section Council. Manning currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Illinois Bar Foundation and previously served on the Board of Directors of the Illinois Equal Justice Foundation, the Land of Lincoln Legal Aid Association, and the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education. Upon appointment of the Illinois Supreme Court, she served as Chair of the Hearings Review Board of the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, the appellate body hearing attorney discipline cases. In 2007 Manning received a Laureate Award from the Illinois bar, an honor bestowed on lawyers “who have established and maintained the highest principles of the profession as demonstrated by their pervasive record of service to the law and the public.”

Personal Injury Law

25 East Washington St., Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60602

As Principal Partner and lead personal injury lawyer of Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates, Cliff has devoted his entire career to achieving justice for those who have been victimized by corporate negligence. He has won numerous jury verdicts amounting to many hundreds of millions of dollars in awards for his clients. In addition to securing what was the highest personal injury jury verdict of all time in Illinois for an individual, over 25% of his verdicts have been record-setting.

Criminal Defense Law

605 N Broadway suite 1, Aurora, IL 60505, USA

Clyde is a true trial lawyer, forged in courtrooms across Illinois. He has practiced in both republican and democratic counties, prosecution and defense, in city and rural counties, and in large and small counties. He has taken to trial the shooting of an adult and the killing of a child. He has handled cases involving the sexual assault of an adults, teens, and children. He has handled the trafficking of kilos and celebrated at the graduation of people from Drug Court. He has handled the robbery of a senior citizen and retail thefts from department stores. He has handled aggravated batteries involving great bodily harm, police officers, and deadly weapons. He has held hands but has also given tough love.

Civil Litigation

114 E Everett St suite 300, Dixon, IL 61021, USA

Courtney E. Kennedy concentrates her practice in commercial and civil litigation, residential and commercial real estate, residential and commercial zoning, business matters, municipal law, agricultural law and environmental law. Mrs. Kennedy graduated magna cum laude from Ashford University in 2013, where she obtained her Bachelor of Social Sciences degree, completing her undergraduate degree in just three years instead of the standard four-year program. During her time at Ashford University, Mrs. Kennedy played on the Women’s Basketball Team and served as President of the Pre-Law Society. Mrs. Kennedy joined Ehrmann Gehlbach Badger & Considine, LLC, as an associate attorney in 2016 and was named a partner in 2021. Prior to joining the Firm, Mrs. Kennedy graduated cum laude from Northern Illinois University College of Law, completing her law school education in two and one-half years rather than the standard three-year program. While at Northern Illinois University College of Law, Mrs. Kennedy served as Vice President of the Environmental Law Society, was a member of the Christian Legal Society, and served as a mentor for the Women’s Law Caucus. She also tutored first-year law students in Civil Procedure. She completed a judicial externship with the Judges in Ogle County, Illinois, during her second year of law school. Mrs. Kennedy is a member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Lee, Ogle, Whiteside and Winnebago County Bar Associations. She has served as Treasurer/Secretary for the Lee County Bar Association since 2017 and is a board member for the Lee County Health Department. She has co-authored articles for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education. In addition, she serves as a mentor for first-year law students at Northern Illinois University College of Law.

Criminal Defense Law

35 W Wacker Dr, Suite 4600, Chicago, IL 60601

Area of Practice: Commercial, Civil, Regulatory and White Collar Criminal Dan Webb’s trial practice concentrates in the areas of major commercial, civil, regulatory, and white collar criminal cases. He has tried more than 100 jury cases, including numerous successful complex commercial and white collar criminal trials, representing, on several occasions, large corporations in jury trials lasting two months or longer. Dan has spent his entire professional life as a courtroom trial attorney and litigator. He received international attention early in his career for his successful prosecution of retired Admiral John Poindexter in the Iran-Contra Affair. As the U.S. Attorney in Chicago, he spearheaded the “Operation Greylord” investigations into judicial corruption in Cook County, Illinois.

Family and Divorce Law

2215 York Rd, Suite 205, Oak Brook, IL 60523

A graduate of the University of Illinois (B.S. Accounting, with Honorsâ?? in 1988), David worked as a public auditor for the international accounting and consulting firm of Deloitte & Touche for three years before beginning law school. David obtained his Law Degree from DePaul University College of Law in 1993, and was admitted to the Illinois State Bar that same year. Upon graduation, David worked at Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck as an associate and then a partner focusing solely on matrimonial law, through 2006 when he founded the Law Office of David A. King, P.C. During his more than twenty-five years of practicing exclusively in the area of matrimonial law, David recognizes that each case is unique and that each client deserves to face this difficult time with a sense of integrity, supported by individualized attention and advice provided by a knowledgeable and dedicated attorney. www.davidkinglaw.com

Personal Injury Law

100 N LaSalle Dr, #1710, Chicago, IL 60602

David Abels has focused his law practice on helping personal injury victims for over twenty years. He built his law firm trying hard to make every client happy by obtaining strong results being attentive their needs as well. David mainly works on auto accident cases, whether its a car crash, bike accident, trucking collision, motorcycle crash or pedestrian accident. He also handles slip & fall, premises liability claims. David grew up in Evanston, Illinois, attended undergrad at the University of Wisconsin, Madison where he played on the JV hockey team, and he graduated from the John Marshall Law School in 1994. He was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 1994 and the Arizona Bar in 2010.

Medical Malpractice Law

One East Wacker Drive, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL 60601

In his 35 years of practice, David C. Burtker has handled all forms of medical civil litigation, with special emphasis on the trial practice of medical and health professional negligence, pharmaceutical manufacturer liability and medical products liability matters. He opened the Chicago office of Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine, along with Mike Slovis, in 2002.

Insurance Law

401 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60611

Area of Practice: Business Litigation, Insurance Coverage and ADR Mr. McLauchlan is a highly sought-after business advisor, litigator, and trial lawyer. He has practiced law for over 30 years and concentrates his practice in business counseling and in resolving complex business disputes through mediation, arbitration and when necessary through business litigation. David has counseled all manner of businesses both large and small and successfully resolved matters involving insurance, reinsurance, construction law, intellectual property, mergers and acquisitions, unfair business practices, aviation law, product liability, property damage and claims related to asbestos containing products and environmental coverage issues. He has mediated, arbitrated, and tried cases across the United States including trying cases before State and Federal Courts and in private arbitrations serving as lead trial counsel and Appellate counsel. Throughout his career he has successfully managed large litigation teams and served as a mentor and leader to numerous young litigators who are now successful partners, managing partners, and corporate law department executives. His litigation expertise and professional regard has been recognized by the Leading Lawyers Network, Illinois Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and he is AV peer rated by Martindale Hubbell. He is a Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America and a Fellow of the American Academy of Alternative Dispute Resolution.

Corporate and Transactional Law

811 Sandstone Drive, Libertyville, IL 60048

Labor Law

333 W Wacker Dr #19, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

David L. Miller represents various private and public employers in all aspects of labor relations and employment law. As a trusted counselor, Mr. Miller assists clients to develop creative, cost-effective solutions to workplace issues involving employees or unions. When litigation is necessary, Mr. Miller defends employers before administrative agencies and courts. He has obtained jury verdicts in favor of his clients in cases involving discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims. Recent issues addressed by Mr. Miller include drafting and enforcing non-compete agreements, shareholder disputes, discrimination claims, negotiating union contracts, overtime pay class actions, pension fund claims for contributions, withdrawal liability and OSHA investigations. An accomplished speaker and writer, Mr. Miller’s publications include: “New Challenges and Opportunities for Employer Leave of Absence Programs” (Illinois State Bar Journal March, 2009); “The Purchase, Sale, Relocation, or Shutdown of a Business,” The Labor Law Handbook, Illinois Institute of Continuing Education (Co-author); Reasonable Accommodation Under the Americans with Disabilities Act,” Gonzaga University Law Review, Vol. 28 No.2 (Co-author) (Spring 1993); “The Americans With Disabilities Act: A New Challenge for Employers,” The Tort and Insurance Law Journal, Vol. 27 No. 1 (Co-author) (Fall 1991). Mr. Miller has also been named an Illinois Super Lawyer in Labor & Employment Law by Law & Politics and Chicago Magazine (2008 – 2015, 2017 – 2022).

Criminal Defense Law

4111 S Richmond St, Chicago, IL 60632, USA

Personal Injury Law

4950 38th Ave, Moline, IL 61265, USA

He received his law degree from DePaul University. He is licensed to practice law in Illinois, Iowa and the federal courts and during his career he has represented clients in almost every state in the country. Mr. VanDerGinst has been very active in several county, state and national bar associations. He has served on the Board of Managers for the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. He has been the Illinois State Delegate for the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. In addition, he has served on the Board of Trustees for the Pound Civil Justice Institute. He is admitted to the Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin State Bar Associations.

Civil Litigation

20 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60602, USA

Aviation Litigation

Personal Injury Law

180 N. Stetson Avenue, 5701, Chicago, IL 6061

Elizabeth A. Moore is a Chicago personal injury attorney at Polansky & Cichon, Chtd., with medical malpractice and premises liability also listed among her practice areas. Her office address is 180 North Stetson Avenue, Suite 5701. Before her Illinois bar admission in 2008, Moore had been admitted in Indiana in 2001 and worked as an associate at Bruce P. Clark & Associates from 2001 to 2005. Her education includes a 1998 Bachelor of Arts from St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, awarded summa cum laude. In 2001, she received her law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law in Valparaiso, Indiana. Both Indiana federal district courts—the Northern and Southern Districts—appear on Moore’s admission record for 2001. Her Seventh Circuit admission followed in 2004. The Illinois federal court entries came later: the Central District in 2009 and the Northern District in 2011. At Polansky & Cichon, Moore is part of a firm representing injured people in Illinois and Indiana. The firm dates its work for plaintiffs in accidental-injury cases to 1983. Its case categories include car accidents, workplace and construction accidents, slip-and-fall accidents and medical injuries; these describe the firm’s practice rather than Moore’s individual caseload. For clients it represents, the firm uses contingency fees, making attorney fees dependent on a recovery of compensation.

Tax Law

3318 W 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL 60805, USA

Elizabeth Ann Shine is an experienced municipal attorney who received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from Western Illinois University and her Juris Doctorate from Northern Illinois University College of Law. She is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. She is a member of the Home Rule Attorney’s Committee of the Illinois Municipal League, the Illinois Local Government Lawyers Association, and the Illinois State Bar Association. Liz served in the Municipal Prosecutions Division with the City of Chicago’s Department of Law, and with the office of a commissioner of the Cook County Board of Review. Her responsibilities with the Board of Review included representing the Board at appeal hearings and settlement conferences, as well as before the State Property Tax Appeal Board. Liz devotes her practice to municipal, township, and property tax law. She counsels our municipal clients on a variety of matters such as property tax issues, land use and zoning, economic development, intergovernmental agreements, annexation and contracts as well as the drafting of resolutions, ordinances, agreements and policies. She also maintains an active practice before the Assessor’s Office, Board of Review and Property Tax Appeal Board. Liz is also a certified hearing officer. In 2016, Liz was named by the Law Bulletin as one of the Forty Illinois Attorneys under 40 to Watch. A very distinguished honor, Liz was chosen as one of the 40 up and coming attorneys out of over 1,300 nominees.