ALTON, Ill. – Simmons Hanly Conroy, a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, is pleased to announce that John A. Barnerd, firm partner and management committee member, was named to St. Louis Small Business Monthly magazine’s “Top People To Know in Southern Illinois” list for 2025.
Published every December, the list recognizes and celebrates Southern Illinois influencers who are helping to drive the success of regional businesses. Honorees are identified through a peer review process.
“John is a tireless advocate for his clients and a pillar of the local business community,” said Simmons Hanly Conroy Managing Partner Laurence V. Nassif. “We are thrilled to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and look forward to benefitting from his many contributions that positively impact our region.”
A long-time member of the firm’s Asbestos & Mesothelioma team, Barnerd negotiates with asbestos defendants on behalf of his clients. He has helped secure millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for asbestos exposure victims and their families.
As a thought leader in the asbestos field, Barnerd has been invited to speak on numerous legal panels. Notable involvements include the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation’s first ever Legal Panel, his service as co-chair of the Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference in St. Louis, and presentations during the Plaintiffs’ Asbestos Litigation Conference in Los Angeles.
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