Simmons Hanly Conroy proudly announces that Nicholas J. Angelides, partner and chair of the firm’s Asbestos Department, has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer for 2026. This honor is earned through peer recommendation and reserved for fewer than 5% of all lawyers licensed to practice law in Illinois.
For more than 20 years, Nick has represented individuals and families harmed by asbestos exposure at a nationally recognized mesothelioma law firm. His deep litigation experience and long-standing commitment to serving those he represents have helped families get through some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
In his role as Chair of the Asbestos Department, Nick leads a team of more than 45 mesothelioma lawyers nationwide. He joined the firm in 2003 and has played a central role in securing hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation.
“We are incredibly proud to see Nick recognized as a 2026 Leading Lawyer,” said Simmons Hanly Conroy Managing Partner Laurence V. Nassif. “Nick’s leadership and dedication to client advocacy reflect the standards we strive for as a firm. This is a well-deserved recognition.”
Leading Lawyers is a division of Law Bulletin Media that identifies attorneys recommended by their peers as among the top in the state. The selection process is grounded in statewide surveys and peer evaluations across more than 100 practice areas.
This distinction cannot be purchased and is based solely on the professional respect and endorsement of fellow attorneys across the state.
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