Our mesothelioma attorneys have won numerous awards for their outstanding legal work. With decades of combined experience, they represent asbestos exposure victims nationwide. The attorneys of our top-ranked mesothelioma law firm are also recognized by leading legal organizations for their dedication to justice and client compensation for those affected by asbestos-related diseases.
The Lanier Law Firm Mesothelioma Lawyer Recognitions: Our Most Recent Awards
Below are some of the most recent awards our attorneys have received from respected legal organizations, peers, and industry publications. These recognitions reflect their work in plaintiff-side litigation, including mesothelioma and asbestos cases.
2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation
Lawdragon’s “Next Generation” recognizes attorneys making significant contributions to the practice of law early in their careers. This award recognizes The Lanier Law Firm attorneys as emerging leaders in complex litigation, including mass torts and product liability cases. Their work in this area includes asbestos and mesothelioma representation as part of broader plaintiff advocacy.
2026 Chambers USA Product Liability: Plaintiffs
Chambers USA honors top plaintiff-side attorneys for product liability work. Being selected for this award reflects our skill in representing clients harmed by defective products, including asbestos-containing materials. It also speaks to our firm’s commitment to high-stakes litigation on behalf of victims.
2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers, Rising Stars
The 2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers list recognizes attorneys with high peer recognition and professional achievement, limited to the top 5% in the region. The Rising Stars list highlights outstanding attorneys under 40 or with 10 years or less in practice, representing the top 2.5% of eligible lawyers. Being named to these lists reflects our attorneys’ respected standing among peers and their experience handling complex asbestos, mesothelioma, and other high-stakes litigation.
2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
Lawdragon’s leading plaintiff consumer lawyers list honors attorneys recognized for outstanding achievements in representing plaintiffs in complex civil litigation. Selection for this award highlights our attorneys’ excellence in product liability and mass tort litigation, areas that often involve asbestos exposure claims.
2026 Best Lawyers in America Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions: Plaintiffs
Best Lawyers recognizes attorneys who excel in mass tort litigation and class actions. This award reflects our attorneys’ experience with large-scale cases involving harmful products, asbestos exposure, and other complex claims.
2026 Best Lawyers in America Product Liability Litigation: Plaintiffs
This award honors plaintiff-side attorneys demonstrating exceptional ability in product liability litigation. Being selected reflects our attorneys’ dedication to representing people harmed by defective products, including asbestos-containing materials, and supports their broader work in mesothelioma litigation.
Which Lanier Law Firm Asbestos Lawyers Won These Awards?
Most of our asbestos and mesothelioma lawyers have received awards for their outstanding legal work. Our distinguished attorneys are often the recipients of multiple awards and are recognized year after year for their dedication to asbestos victims. The following attorneys have received awards for their work in asbestos and mesothelioma litigation:
W. Mark Lanier, Founder
Mark Lanier has decades of experience representing clients in asbestos, mesothelioma, personal injury, and product liability litigation, achieving some of the largest verdicts in history for victims of asbestos exposure. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
- 2026 Chambers USA Product Liability: Plaintiffs
- 2026 Lawdragon Leading Lawyers Hall of Fame
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Global Plaintiff Lawyers
- Best Lawyers in America – Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs 2026
- Best Lawyers Product Liability Litigation Plaintiffs (2024 – 2025)
Darron E. Berquist, Managing Attorney, Asbestos Litigation
Darron Berquist focuses on asbestos and mesothelioma litigation, representing clients in high-stakes mass tort and product liability cases, including landmark talc and asbestos exposure verdicts. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
- 2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars: Product Liability
- Best Lawyers in America – Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions: Plaintiffs (2024–2026)
- Best Lawyers in America – Product Liability Litigation: Plaintiffs (2024–2026)
Maura Kolb, Managing Attorney, Asbestos Resolution
Maura Kolb has extensive experience managing asbestos and mesothelioma cases, including overseeing the firm’s Asbestos Resolution Team and serving on national asbestos trust advisory committees. Her most recent award:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
Manny Cabrera, Senior Attorney
Manny Cabrera provides Spanish-language legal representation for mesothelioma and asbestos victims nationwide, focusing on personal injury and product liability litigation related to asbestos exposure. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
James Campbell, Senior Attorney
James Campbell is a recognized Illinois mesothelioma lawyer with extensive experience representing clients in asbestos and mesothelioma litigation, including asbestos cases across Chicago and nationwide. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Litigation
- Forbes “Best Mesothelioma Lawyers” in Chicago (2024)
Case A. Dam, Senior Attorney
Case A. Dam has extensive experience representing clients in asbestos and mesothelioma litigation in California and Florida, handling personal injury and product liability cases for victims of asbestos exposure. His most recent award:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
Kevin LaMarca, Senior Attorney
Kevin LaMarca has represented clients in both state and federal courtrooms throughout the country, including Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, and Pennsylvania, to name a few, with extensive experience handling mesothelioma and asbestos cases. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation: Asbestos, Product Liability, Toxic Torts
- National Trial Lawyers, Top 40 Under 40
Christopher Phipps, Senior Attorney
Christopher Phipps has experience representing clients in asbestos and mesothelioma cases, drawing on his background in personal injury, class actions, and complex litigation. Among his many awards are the following:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation – Plaintiff Personal Injury, Class Actions
- The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 in Texas – 2020–2022
- The Best Lawyers in America: Appellate Practice – 2021–2022
Benjamin Pyle, Senior Attorney
Benjamin Pyle handles asbestos and mesothelioma cases, with awards recognizing his work in plaintiff-side litigation. His most recent award:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers
Megan Waida, Senior Attorney
Megan Waida has extensive experience representing mesothelioma and asbestos clients in personal injury and appellate litigation, advocating for victims of asbestos exposure nationwide. Among her many awards are the following:
- National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 Civil Plaintiff (2018–2021)
- National Law Journal Appellate Hot List (2021)
Andy West, Senior Attorney
Andy West specializes in guiding clients through asbestos and mesothelioma cases, drawing on experience with bankruptcy claims and complex personal injury litigation. His most recent award:
- 2026 Lawdragon 500 X The Next Generation: Mesothelioma & Asbestos Litigation
A Trusted Mesothelioma Law Firm Committed to Your Case
At The Lanier Law Firm, our award-winning attorneys combine compassionate representation with trial-ready advocacy for clients facing asbestos and mesothelioma challenges. We provide legal services in all 50 states and travel to meet clients for convenient on-site consultations. With over $20 billion in settlements and verdicts secured for mesothelioma victims nationwide, our team is dedicated to holding responsible parties accountable.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, contact our attorneys today to discuss your legal options and take the first step toward justice.