Mesothelioma Law Firm
As one of the nation’s top mesothelioma law firms, Simmons Hanly Conroy has a proven track record, securing over $10.4 billion from asbestos cases nationwide.
The lawyers, registered nurses, and staff at our asbestos law firm are committed to helping families affected by mesothelioma seek the justice and compensation they deserve.
Call (800) 326-8900 now to find out if we may be able to fight for you. We’ve successfully helped over 7,750 families, including more than 3,600 veterans affected by asbestos exposure.
Legally Reviewed and Fact Checked by: Perry J. Browder, Head of Asbestos Department
Our Top Mesothelioma Law Firm
Founded in 1999, Simmons Hanly Conroy is a leading national asbestos law firm dedicated to supporting families affected by mesothelioma, an aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure.
When you choose our firm to represent your family, we’ll use our knowledge and resources to get you the most compensation as quickly as possible.
Our high-end mesothelioma law firm has:
- Over 100 attorneys who can travel to meet clients in all 50 states
- The resources to determine when, where, and how you were exposed to asbestos
- Given over $21 million to mesothelioma and cancer research
- Secured record-breaking results, including a $250 million mesothelioma verdict — the largest against a single defendant
- Recovered more than $10.4 billion from asbestos claims
Our team can handle every step of the legal process for your case, from finding the evidence to filing your claim — at no out-of-pocket cost to you.
Get a free consultation now to see if our mesothelioma firm can help you pursue the compensation you deserve.
What Top Asbestos Law Firms Do for You
As an experienced mesothelioma law firm, Simmons Hanly Conroy is extremely knowledgeable about mesothelioma and companies responsible for exposing millions to asbestos.
We have an entire warehouse of evidence about the asbestos industry, including documents that show companies knew about the risks of asbestos but chose to use it in their products anyway.
Here’s what our top asbestos law firm can do for you:
- Determine when, where, and how you were exposed to asbestos
- Identify which companies made the products you were exposed to
- Build a strong legal case on your behalf
- File your mesothelioma lawsuit before any deadlines
- Negotiate strong legal settlements or go to trial if needed
- Answer any questions you may have about the legal process
“When we called Simmons Hanly Conroy, it was amazingly efficient. They said, ‘We know what to do for you and how to file your claim — and we’ll be there for you every step of the way.’ They made that promise to us, and they kept it.”
– Connie, Wife of a U.S. Army Veteran with Mesothelioma
We’ve successfully helped thousands of mesothelioma patients and their families secure compensation from the companies responsible for their illness.
Let us handle the legal legwork on your behalf, so you can focus on getting treatment and spending time with your loved ones.
- We fight to maximize your results
- Many get results in as few as 90 days
- No out-of-pocket costs for your family
10 Reasons to Choose Our Mesothelioma Law Firm
At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our mesothelioma law firm is committed to holding asbestos companies accountable for their negligence and securing the most compensation possible for our clients.
Why choose our mesothelioma law firm for your asbestos claim?
- A long history of record-breaking results
- Decades of experience and extensive resources
- Help available in all 50 states
- An entire legal team fighting for you
- No upfront costs or hourly fees
- Over 100 attorneys on staff
- Millions donated to cancer research
- Legal assistance in both English and Spanish
- Registered nurses available
- Founded by a U.S. military veteran
We pride ourselves on being one of the fastest asbestos law firms in the country to secure results for those we serve.
See how our mesothelioma firm’s compassion, experience, and resources help our asbestos attorneys get the best possible outcomes for our clients.
1. A History of Record-Breaking Results
As of July 2025, our asbestos law firm has recovered more than $9.9 billion for families impacted by mesothelioma.
In one case, we secured $250 million for a former U.S. Steel employee — breaking our own previous record for the largest mesothelioma verdict against a single defendant in asbestos litigation history.
Other notable mesothelioma settlements and verdicts we’ve secured include:
- $60 million for a laborer in New York, the largest single plaintiff verdict in NYCAL history
- $34 million to a California mechanic, which was a Top 100 Verdict that year
- $20 million for a mechanic, which was the largest compensatory asbestos verdict in Missouri
- $7 million to a Pennsylvania welder — the first time in NYCAL history that a jury’s award was judicially increased
- $4.7 million for a laborer in New York who was exposed to asbestos at work
- $10 million to a longshoreman from Louisiana, a National Law Journal’s Top 100 Verdict
- $3.9 million for a U.S. Army veteran and painter from Maryland
- $30 million to a California construction supervisor, a National Law Journal’s Top 100 Verdict
- $40.1 million to a U.S. Navy veteran from Washington, the largest compensatory verdict in NYCAL history
While results will vary based on the specific details of each case, our firm will fight for the most money possible in your case.
2. Decades of Asbestos Litigation Experience & Resources
For over 25 years, our mesothelioma law firm has successfully helped more than 7,750 families with their asbestos claims. Our extensive experience with asbestos litigation is invaluable in creating effective, personalized strategies for our clients.
During this time, we’ve assembled unrivaled resources for mesothelioma litigation:
- 16 full-time case investigators, including former police officers
- In-house medical department led by registered nurses
- Professional technical support for document management and trial preparation
- Research and Discovery Department comprised of veteran attorneys and Ph.D. researchers
- Robust national network of medical and safety experts
- Warehouse of evidence on asbestos companies, job sites, and products
Because we’ve handled so many cases in the past, it’s possible our mesothelioma law firm has already represented someone harmed by the same asbestos products or companies as you.
To maximize your potential payout, we can also pursue compensation from the estimated $30 billion still available in asbestos trust funds, which not all mesothelioma firms can help with.
3. Traveling to Clients in All 50 States
The asbestos lawyers at our mesothelioma firm regularly work with families across the country and have successfully secured results in all 50 states.
If you or a loved one has mesothelioma, our attorneys will travel to you at no cost — no matter where you are in the U.S. We can also set up virtual meetings if preferred.
Select your state to find out how our firm has helped families in your area.
“Every family gets the personal attention of working with a small, local law firm, but also the extra benefit of the muscle and resources of a large national law firm, which is critical in cases where you’re taking on major corporations.”
– Myles Epperson, Firm Partner
4. An Entire Team Devoted to Your Case
Our mesothelioma law firm is committed to providing families with the support and respect they deserve. We’re well-equipped to help patients and their loved ones take legal action and find peace of mind.
For each case, our mesothelioma attorneys operate as part of a small group called a trial team. You’ll work closely with this team throughout the legal process, so you’ll always know who to turn to for answers and updates.
Every trial team is led by a senior partner at the firm and includes:
- Experienced attorneys
- Investigators
- Medical experts
- Paralegals
- Registered nurses
Because each trial team handles only a limited number of cases at a time, we’re able to truly get to know you and give your case the attention it deserves.
Our firm is proud of the relationships we’ve built and the results we deliver. Hear from families we’ve helped about their experience working with Simmons Hanly Conroy.
“I consider my lawyer a good friend now. I could text him at all times of the day or night with questions. He did everything he said he would, and he worked hard to get results for my family quickly.”
– David, Farmer with Mesothelioma
5. No Hourly Fees or Out-of-Pocket Costs
You won’t have to pay anything upfront or out of pocket to file a mesothelioma claim with Simmons Hanly Conroy since we work on a contingency fee basis.
Our asbestos law firm only gets paid if we secure compensation for you. This means there’s no financial risk to taking legal action.
6. More Than 100 Attorneys on Staff
Our firm is powered by a nationwide team of over 100 attorneys, with 60 focused exclusively on asbestos and mesothelioma litigation.
With centuries of combined experience and attorneys admitted in courts across the country, we can help build the strongest cases possible on behalf of our clients.
Our mesothelioma lawyers have centuries of combined experience with asbestos litigation. Meet a few of our many award-winning attorneys.
7. Over $21 Million Given to Cancer Research
At Simmons Hanly Conroy, we passionately stand up for our clients both in the courtroom and in our local communities.
To date, we’ve given over $21 million to cancer research and a variety of mesothelioma support organizations, including:
- $10.2 million to fund a new cancer institute at Southern Illinois University (SIU)
- $8 million for mesothelioma research institutions like the Columbia University Medical Center, Penn Medicine’s Mesothelioma and Pleural Program, and the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center
- $3 million to the Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) and the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation (Meso Foundation)
Firm Founder John Simmons has also donated $10 million to the Southern Illinois University (SIU) School of Law, helping to educate and inspire the next generation of legal advocates.
“Simmons Hanly Conroy is the largest, they’re the best, but also, they invest their money in research and trying to fight this disease.”
– Sheryl, Daughter of an Office Worker with Mesothelioma
8. English & Spanish Legal Support Available
The legal system can be complex and difficult to navigate on your own, especially if English isn’t your first language. That’s why our mesothelioma law firm offers bilingual support to help families feel confident, heard, and supported.
We have Spanish-speaking attorneys and staff available who can listen to your concerns and answer questions in your native language, so nothing gets lost in translation during the legal process.
“I feel that Simmons Hanly Conroy is there for the Hispanic population. All those involved with our case could speak Spanish, so they could help us and we could easily explain things to them.”
– Alicia, Wife of a Roofer with Mesothelioma
9. On-Staff Nurses & Medical Support
We know how overwhelming it can be to deal with both the legal and medical aspects of mesothelioma. That’s why our firm has on-staff nurses who can provide medical support to our clients for every stage of their diagnosis.
Our medical team can help you:
- Get answers to questions about your illness and treatment plans
- Connect with mesothelioma specialists
- Manage nutrition and side effects from chemotherapy
- Secure lodging and travel arrangements when seeing specialists
- Find support groups and non-skilled medical care, like sitting services
- Prepare all asbestos-related medical documents to help strengthen your case
- Provide any relevant medical updates to your attorneys
When you work with our compassionate nurses, you’ll gain access to a group of dedicated health care professionals who can help you get the support you need throughout every step of this journey.
“Every person at this firm is invested in helping folks navigate through a mesothelioma diagnosis. I’ve been here for 25 years because I want to be around people who care and who want to make a difference, and I feel like I am.”
– Amy Fair, Registered Nurse at Simmons Hanly Conroy
10. Founded by a U.S. Military Veteran
Over 30% of mesothelioma diagnoses involve U.S. military veterans. Our asbestos law firm is uniquely positioned to help these brave men and women get the justice they deserve.
Before attending law school, Firm Founder and Chairman John Simmons served as a combat engineer in the U.S. Army, instilling in him a profound understanding of the sacrifices made by our military personnel and the unique challenges they face.
To help honor U.S. military veterans, John serves as Co-Chair of the National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) in Grafton, IL. This memorial and museum will feature a life-sized recreation of U.S. Army Rangers scaling the Pointe du Hoc cliffs on D-Day.
“Our law firm has represented over 3,600 veterans, and we’ve employed staff who have served across all of the U.S. Armed Forces.”
– John Simmons, Chairman & U.S. Army Veteran
A Personal Connection to Mesothelioma Cases
Each Simmons Hanly Conroy employee is passionate about helping victims and families affected by this deadly cancer because we have seen firsthand the pain a mesothelioma diagnosis can cause.
After losing both sets of his grandparents at a young age, Firm Founder John Simmons formed a close bond with his wife’s grandmother Ivy. In fact, the first thing Ivy said to him when they met was that he could call her grandma.
When she passed away due to mesothelioma decades later, John felt the shock and devastation so many of our clients also know firsthand.
Sadly, he’s not the only member of our team to have lost loved ones or close friends to asbestos-related diseases. It’s part of what emboldens us to fight on behalf of families like yours.
“That constant caring about the clients and what they’re going through has essentially been absorbed by all of the other lawyers and staff, and that really is a credit to founder John Simmons and the leadership that he showed from the beginning.”
– Michael Angelides, Firm Partner
Who Can Top Asbestos Law Firms Help?
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, an asbestos law firm may be able to file legal claims on your behalf and fight for the most compensation possible.
Our asbestos law firm can help:
- Patients diagnosed with mesothelioma
- The immediate family members of a patient
- An estate representative of someone who passed away from mesothelioma
Even if your loved one has already passed away, you may still be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit and pursue justice on their behalf.
Call (800) 326-8900 now to find out if our asbestos law firm can help your family. There are no costs to speak with us.
Jobs with Asbestos Exposure Risks
Millions of employees were unknowingly put in danger of asbestos exposure by working with or near products containing this dangerous mineral. Anyone who held a high-risk job may develop mesothelioma decades later.
Common high-risk occupations include construction workers, mechanics, shipyard workers, U.S. military veterans, electricians, insulators, pipefitters, roofers, and more.
Those who lived with these workers may have also been put at risk, as asbestos fibers can be carried home on clothing or equipment. This is known as secondhand asbestos exposure.
“I don’t know how the manufacturers who used asbestos in their materials sleep at night. It’s greed. It all boils down to money. They want to make money, so they manufacture their products as cheaply as they can, regardless of any health consequences to the public. It’s inexcusable at this point.”
– Joyce, Wife of a Mesothelioma Warrior
Top Mesothelioma Law Firms Fight for You
For decades, many companies made, used, or sold products that contained asbestos while hiding the health concerns. When these products break down over time, fibers can be released into the air and inhaled, which may cause mesothelioma 20 to 50 years later.
Mesothelioma law firms hold asbestos companies accountable because many:
- Knew the risks linked to their products
- Failed to warn employees or consumers about these dangers
- Put their profits over the health and well-being of countless Americans
At Simmons Hanly Conroy, our mesothelioma law firm has the experience and resources necessary to stand up to these powerful corporations and secure the justice you deserve.
When you are to consider the right law firm for your case, there's a lot of things that should be considered. There are big mesothelioma firms and small mesothelioma firms.
The benefit to some small mesothelioma firms is that they get a personal interaction with the lawyer handling their case. They might get an expertise in a particular state.
With big firms, sometimes the pitfall of a large firm is they might have a lot of leverage over defendants, but they don't respect the individual plaintiffs as much as other firms do.
The beauty, and the reason why I love working at Simmons Hanly Conroy with our clients, is that we have the best of both worlds. We have the size and the strength and the history of making sure that defendants respect us and our clients.
But we also have expertise in each state. We have unmatched relationships with our clients. Every single client not only has one particular mesothelioma lawyer working on their case — they have a team of them.
When a client reaches out to us regarding filing an asbestos-related claim, we do tend to find that our clients are very surprised at how easy the process is.
We do all of the work. We know what's needed. We know what we're looking for. We want our clients to focus on their upcoming care and treatment.
And from there, and over the years, we've been able to build up such a vast amount of information in our database and our resources — and that comes from being one of the most successful and knowledgeable mesothelioma law firms out there.
There are clients that come to us that want to make a difference for themselves, for their families. They've made all the right choices in their lives, and when they come to our firm, they make yet another good choice — to get the representation that they need and to get justice from the defendants and the companies that are responsible for their disease.
Why Choose Simmons Hanly Conroy as Your Mesothelioma Firm?
As a leading national mesothelioma law firm, Simmons Hanly Conroy offers our clients a wide range of benefits and a proven track record with asbestos exposure cases.
If you need an asbestos law firm that will understand your case and can help you get the mesothelioma compensation you deserve, turn to our experienced team.
Why Simmons Hanly Conroy?
- 25+ Years of Experience
- $10.4 billion in Total Asbestos Results
- More Than 7,750 Families Helped
- 100+ Attorneys in Offices Nationwide
- Over $21 million Donated to Cancer Research
With our decades of experience and vast resources, we’re well prepared to help families across the country. Our mesothelioma law firm has secured some of the largest results in the history of asbestos litigation.
Every client also receives personalized attention from our legal teams and has access to our on-staff nurses both throughout the process — and after.
Contact our mesothelioma law firm now to see if we can help with your case for free.
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Top Asbestos Law Firm FAQs
What is a top mesothelioma law firm?
A top mesothelioma law firm has highly experienced attorneys on staff who are dedicated to helping asbestos exposure victims and their families secure compensation from the companies responsible for their illness.
These mesothelioma law firms will work to:
- Identify all of the asbestos products you were exposed to
- Determine which companies made or sold these products
- File legal claims on your behalf
- Negotiate mesothelioma settlements or pursue a verdict in court
Contact us now to see if our mesothelioma law firm may be able to fight for your family.
How do I choose a high-end mesothelioma law firm?
When choosing a high-end mesothelioma law firm, it’s important to consider several factors that may make them stand out from the rest.
High-end mesothelioma law firms often have:
- Experience with mesothelioma claims: We have over 25 years of experience in asbestos litigation, and we’ve secured billions from mesothelioma claims.
- Nationwide reach: With offices and attorneys nationwide, our firm can help families in all 50 states.
- No upfront fees: We work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay nothing unless we secure compensation for you.
- Positive reviews: We’ve built strong relationships with our past clients. In fact, many stay connected with their attorneys even after their case has resolved.
- Resources and support: Our asbestos law firm has on-staff registered nurses to help you with any medical concerns and the resources to prove how you were exposed to asbestos.
By carefully considering each of these factors, you may be able to identify the mesothelioma law firm best suited to handle your case.
How do I find the best mesothelioma law firm near me?
The best mesothelioma law firm for your case may not be one that’s located nearby. Local firms aren’t always able to match the resources of a national firm that can come to you, providing a personal experience wherever you live in the U.S.
As a national asbestos law firm, we can help families in all 50 states take legal action. Our attorneys can meet you at a time and location of your choosing — at no cost to you.
Whether you choose an in-person meeting or virtual consultation, our dedicated team is here to support your family every step of the way.
Do I need a top asbestos law firm to take legal action?
Without an experienced asbestos law firm on your side, filing a lawsuit against large corporations can be challenging, especially if you’re also dealing with complications from mesothelioma.
Not all firms are equipped to handle cases like these. Our mesothelioma law firm can take care of the legal process for you, so you can focus on your health and your loved ones.
How much does your mesothelioma law firm charge?
You won’t have to pay any upfront costs or hourly fees to work with our mesothelioma law firm. We operate on a contingency fee basis, which means we only get paid if we secure compensation for you and your family.
Can a family member hire an asbestos law firm?
Yes. A family member may be able to hire an asbestos law firm if their loved one was diagnosed with mesothelioma or passed away from this cancer.
It’s important to talk to family members about filing asbestos claims after a mesothelioma diagnosis. Even if your loved one is too sick to start a claim on their own, you may be able to file on their behalf.
In the event that your loved one passes away during the legal process or before it begins, you may still have the option to pursue a mesothelioma wrongful death claim and seek justice for their suffering.
What is the financial compensation for mesothelioma patients and their families?
While every case is different, some of our clients impacted by mesothelioma have received over $1 million. The amount of compensation you may receive depends on the facts of your unique situation.
Some of the results we’ve secured nationwide include:
- $20 million for a mechanic in Missouri
- $5.1 million to an HVAC worker in California
- $4.6 million for a former welder in New York
- $7.2 million to a laborer and wire installer with mesothelioma
- $3.8 million for the family of a laborer in Pennsylvania
- $4 million to an electrician in Illinois
- $15 million for the family of a construction worker in New Jersey
Our asbestos law firm will pursue as much compensation as possible in any mesothelioma cancer case. The amount you may receive depends on your age, diagnosis, and several other factors.
Call (800) 326-8900 now to find out if we may be able to pursue compensation on your behalf.
How long do I have to contact a mesothelioma law firm?
In some states, you only have as little as 1 year to contact a mesothelioma law firm after your diagnosis or the death of a loved one, though this can range up to 10 years.
This is due to laws known as statutes of limitations, which prevent you from taking legal action after a certain period of time.
It always feels like it’s too soon — until it’s too late. Contact us now, so you don’t miss your chance for justice.
Reviewed by: Perry J. Browder Head of Asbestos Department
- Fact-Checked
- Legal Reviewer
Partner Perry Browder is head of the Asbestos Department at Simmons Hanly Conroy. He has worked for more than 30 years helping numerous families resolve hundreds of million dollar-plus cases. He started at the firm in 2001 and played a key role in helping the firm develop a national reputation. Within a few years, he had successfully secured one of the largest asbestos verdicts in the country, a $250 million verdict against U.S. Steel.