800-723-3216
The Lanier Law Firm logo with their slogan "Redefining Legal Care"
Main Menu

Fresno Mesothelioma Lawyer

We know the deep emotional and financial struggles a mesothelioma diagnosis can bring to your family. The Lanier Law Firm’s dedicated asbestos lawyers have worked for decades to get justice for victims across the country, building our reputation as one of the nation’s top mesothelioma law firms. We are dedicated to pursuing the compensation you deserve.

GET YOUR FREE CONSULTATION
Best Law Firms 2026 badge
The National Trial Lawyers badge
Super Lawyers badge
2025 Best Lawyers Best Law Firms, U.S. News and World Report official badge
The National Law Journal Elite Trial Lawyers official badge
2025 Law Firm of the Year official badge, Best Law Firms Ranked by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers' Lawyer of the Year 2025 official badge
Recognized by Best Lawyers badge
AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell, Lawyer Ratings official badge
2025 Chambers' Top Ranked Global official badge
500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers official 2025 badge by Lawdragon
100 Managing Partners You Need to Know official 2025 badge by Lawdragon
The Lanier Law Firm's Official 2026 badge of recognition by Best Lawyers
  • Page Last Updated:
  • April 29, 2026

Pursuing Justice for Asbestos Exposure Victims in Fresno, CA

Our team is actively pursuing asbestos exposure claims in Fresno. More than 1,850 people in Fresno County died from mesothelioma or lung cancer between 2018 and 2024, emphasizing the continuing human cost of asbestos in and near the city.

With Fresno’s history of asbestos mining, many victims of secondary exposure might be at risk of developing mesothelioma up to 60 years later. Our award-winning lawyers can help you chart the best path toward compensation through a lawsuit, asbestos trust fund claim, veterans’ benefits, or any other available legal avenue. Call us today at 800-723-3216 to schedule your free consultation.

Real Results: Our Success in Asbestos and Mesothelioma Cases

We’ve built a worldwide reputation for our significant mesothelioma settlements and verdicts. Some of our notable mesothelioma case results in California include the following:

$7 million

for a mechanic and truck driver diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma

$5.2 million

for the children of a single father who died as a result of secondary and occupational asbestos exposure

$4.7 million

 for a former plumber and pipefitter who was exposed to asbestos-containing materials

$4.6 million

for a man exposed to asbestos on the job while installing water and sewer piping

$4.4 million

for a former carpenter who developed mesothelioma

The Impact We’ve Had on Our Mesothelioma Clients’ Lives

The following reviews of our mesothelioma legal services showcase our dedication to providing top-notch Legal Care to our clients:

“The Lanier Law firm has been such a blessing for our family. My mother passed away from mesothelioma. The many settlements my father received allowed him to live comfortably until he passed away at 95. The Lanier Law Firm was very professional and always answered our questions promptly.”

– Nancy K.

“Thank you for the overwhelming support, empathy, professionalism, and compassion during the most difficult and heartbreaking time of our lives. We will forever be grateful to all of the staff at Lanier. Listening to me cry every time I called couldn’t have been easy, but you all always took the time to comfort me. Thank you for all you do!”

– Stacy L.

“I lost my husband to Mesothelioma. The Lanier Law Firm was there for me from the moment my husband passed. Their kindness and support during this difficult time of my life helped me to deal with all the issues going on in my life. They were my only friends, and I am glad they were there to support me.”

– Debra D.

Need help with your mesothelioma claim? Call 800-723-3216 now for a free consultation.

Fresno Asbestos Exposure: Facts, Risks, and Known Sites

With Fresno County seeing 151 deaths from mesothelioma and 1,704 lung cancer deaths from 2018 to 2024, our California mesothelioma lawyers are committed to helping prevent future harm from asbestos exposure in the city and securing justice for victims.

One of the world’s largest deposits of naturally occurring asbestos is located partially in Fresno County. The Atlas Asbestos Mine near Coalinga was located on this deposit, contaminating the nearby environment between 1963 and 1979. The site required an extensive cleanup operation that concluded in 1993, and subsequent five-year reviews by the EPA have found that the mine is no longer a health risk to the nearby area.

Other known sources of asbestos exposure in Fresno include the following:

What Are the Compensation Options Available for Fresno Asbestos Victims?

If you have developed an illness from asbestos exposure in Fresno, you may be entitled to significant compensation for your losses. Regardless of how you were exposed to asbestos, you deserve justice for being put at risk. Our mesothelioma lawyers can help you pursue compensation through one or more of the following paths:

  • Mesothelioma lawsuits can hold asbestos companies directly accountable and provide significant compensation.
  • Asbestos trust funds have been established by companies that filed for bankruptcy protection due to asbestos-exposure liabilities. If you’re eligible to file an asbestos trust fund claim, you can secure compensation more quickly and painlessly than through typical litigation.
  • Asbestos wrongful death claims can help you and your family recover compensation on behalf of a loved one who has passed away from mesothelioma.
  • VA benefits including disability compensation and health care coverage, are available to veterans exposed to asbestos in the military.
  • Mesothelioma Workers’ compensation benefits can help cover your medical costs and lost wages if you were exposed to asbestos on the job.

Get a Free Legal Consultation

  • Trusted mesothelioma lawyers with a nationwide track record of success
  • Billions in compensation recovered for asbestos exposure victims
  • No fees unless you win
Get personalized legal care

Our Featured Mesothelioma Lawyers Serving Fresno, CA

If you’re ready to start your case, our Fresno asbestos lawyers are ready to travel to you for a free consultation. Here are some of the trusted attorneys serving clients near you:

Headshot of Marl Lanier wearing a suit

Mark Lanier

W. Mark Lanier spearheaded the effort behind a landmark $4.69 billion asbestos product liability verdict against a powerful pharmaceutical giant. In the decades since founding our firm, Mark has built a reputation as one of the world’s most successful personal injury lawyers. His numerous accolades include recognition from prominent organizations like Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and many more.

Headshot of the Lanier Law Firm's Senior Attorney, Case A. Dam

Case A. Dam

When you need an experienced lawyer on your side, senior attorney Case A. Dam has your back. Case is a zealous advocate for mesothelioma clients, having served as a trial attorney for occupational asbestos exposure victims from many different industries. Lawdragon named Case to its list of 2026’s 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers.

Contact Our Highly-Recognized Mesothelioma Law Firm Today

If you’ve been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Fresno, we’re ready to fight to get you the justice you deserve. Contact us online or call 800-723-3216 today for a free consultation with our trusted asbestos exposure team.

Headshot of Lanier Law Firm Senior attorney Case A. Dam, part of the Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure practice.
Case A. Dam
Senior Attorney

Case A. Dam is dedicated to asbestos exposure, representing clients with mesothelioma, asbestosis, and related cancers. He has served veterans, automotive mechanics, and workers in various industries. Recognized in the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, among others.

READ BIO

Contact Our Firm

Schedule a FREE Consultation or Call
800-723-3216

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
First Name(Required)
Last Name(Required)

How Much Does a Fresno Asbestos Lawyer Cost?

Our Fresno asbestos lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. Our services cost nothing upfront, and you won’t pay us anything unless you win your case.

How Long Do You Have to File a Fresno Mesothelioma Lawsuit?

The mesothelioma statute of limitations in California is one year after becoming disabled as a consequence of asbestos exposure, which is generally considered the date of your diagnosis. This deadline is stricter than in most other states. Therefore, it’s important to preserve your right to pursue compensation by contacting an asbestos lawyer as soon as possible.

Who Is Liable for Asbestos Exposure in Fresno?

Anyone responsible for asbestos exposure that results in an illness can be held liable. Many companies manufactured or used asbestos products despite knowing of the dangers posed to public health.

Why Should You Trust the Lanier Law Firm to Handle your Mesothelioma Case?

See Our Settlements and Verdicts

Filing a Mesothelioma Lawsuit

Are you eligible?
What is the average settlement?
How long will it take?

Click Here for Answers

Speak with an Experienced Mesothelioma Attorney

Contact Our Firm Today

Related Posts

How Do I Prove Secondary Asbestos Exposure?

Uncover the evidence needed to prove secondary asbestos exposure, the common challenges in these cases, how to overcome them, and how much pursuing a lawsuit could cost.
READ MORE

How to Choose the Best Mesothelioma Lawyer: 9 Tips

Choosing the right mesothelioma lawyer is crucial to securing justice and compensation for asbestos exposure victims. Here, we outline 9 tips to help you select the best attorney.
READ MORE

How To Tell People You Have Cancer of the Mesothelium

If you have been diagnosed with mesothelioma, you may not be sure how to tell people you have cancer. Learn ways to prepare yourself to tell loved ones.
READ MORE
See More Related Posts
Headshot of Lawrence P. Wilson, Lanier Law Firm Senior Attorney in personal injury and product liability.
Lawrence P. Wilson

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Lawrence P. Wilson is dedicated to personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and certain maritime matters. He recently settled a $17.5 million personal injury case and secured a favorable verdict in Schwab v. Ford Motor Company. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer (2012-2021) and named to Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Lawyers.

Headshot of Alex Abston, Senior Attorney in Pharmaceutical Liability and Product Liability.
Alex Abston

Read Bio

Attorney
Alex Abston is dedicated to pharmaceutical liability, product liability, and mass torts. She was part of the trial team that obtained one of the first federal jury verdicts in MDL 2804, In re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation. Honors include Lawdragon 500 Next Generation (2024) and Texas’ Top 40 Under 40 (2021-2024), among others.

Headshot of Alex Brown, Managing Attorney for the Lanier Law Firm Business Litigation practice.
Alex Brown

Read Bio

Managing Attorney, Business Litigation
Alex Brown is dedicated to business litigation, handling complex disputes in federal, state, and international forums. He led trial teams to secure a $9 billion jury award in the Actos case. Recent honors include Best Lawyers (2024-2025) and Lawdragon 500 (2025), among others.

Headshot of attorney Benjamin T. Major from the Lanier Law Firm's Issues and Appeals legal team.
Benjamin T. Major

Read Bio

Attorney
Benjamin T. Major is dedicated to issues and appeals, helping preserve multi-billion dollar judgments and secure favorable settlements. Notable achievements include preserving a tort judgment for ovarian cancer victims and defeating motions in antitrust and false claims litigation. Recognized as a Texas Rising Star (2018-2020), among others.

Headshot of Lanier Law Firm Senior attorney Case A. Dam, part of the Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure practice.
Case A. Dam

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Case A. Dam is dedicated to asbestos exposure, representing clients with mesothelioma, asbestosis, and related cancers. He has served veterans, automotive mechanics, and workers in various industries. Recognized in the 2024 Lawdragon 500 Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers, among others.

Headshot of Darron E. Berquist, Managing Attorney Asbestos Litigation for the Lanier Law Firm.
Darron E. Berquist

Read Bio

Managing Attorney, Asbestos Litigation
Darron E. Berquist is dedicated to asbestos exposure and product liability. He was part of the team that secured a $4.69 billion jury verdict in Ingham v. Johnson & Johnson, linking asbestos in talcum powder to ovarian cancer. Recognized by Best Lawyers for Mass Tort and Product Liability Litigation (2024-2025).

Headshot of David L. Rosenband, Senior Attorney practicing Personal Injury and Pharmaceutical and Product Liability.
David L. Rosenband

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
David L. Rosenband is dedicated to pharmaceutical liability, personal injury, and product liability. He served as Liaison Counsel in the New York Bextra/Celebrex litigation and helped secure a $9 million verdict in the NJ Accutane case. Recognized for his work in MDLs and state court litigations.

Headshot of Evan M. Janush, Managing Attorney, New York, for Personal Injury, Pharmaceutical Liability, and Product Liability.
Evan M. Janush

Read Bio

Managing Attorney, New York
Evan M. Janush oversees the firm’s pharmaceutical and product liability mass tort litigation in New York. He served on the Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee in MDL 2804 and was part of the trial team in the Vioxx cases. Recognized by Best Lawyers for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions (2024-2025) and Lawdragon 500 (2020).

Judson A. Waltman

Read Bio

Judson A. Waltman is dedicated to personal injury, product liability, and maritime law. He secured one of the largest verdicts in Ward County, Texas, for an injured oilfield worker and a $2 million verdict for a Central Texas worker. Recognized by Best Lawyers for Personal Injury and Product Liability Litigation (2024-2025).

Headshot of Kevin LaMarca, Senior Attorney in the Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure, Personal Injury, and Product Liability practice.
Kevin LaMarca

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Kevin LaMarca is dedicated to asbestos exposure, personal injury, and product liability. He secured multiple seven-figure settlements, including $2.25 million for a deceased papermill worker’s family. Recognized as a National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, Kevin represents clients across the country in both state and federal courts.

Headshot of Manny Cabrera, Lanier Law Firm Senior Attorney for the asbestos exposure and mesothelioma practice.
Manny Cabrera

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Manny Cabrera is dedicated to asbestos exposure and catastrophic injury cases. He has represented clients in asbestos-related matters and personal injury, as well as trucking and premises liability cases. Honored as a National Trial Lawyers Civil Plaintiff Top 40 Under 40.

Headshot of Maura Kolb, Managing Attorney, Asbestos Resolution in the mesothelioma and pharmaceutical liability practice.
Maura Kolb

Read Bio

Managing Attorney, Asbestos Resolution
Maura Kolb leads the Asbestos Resolution Team, securing millions for clients annually. She was part of the team that won a $258 million Vioxx verdict and has coordinated BP Gulf Oil Spill settlements. Recognized by Lawdragon 500 (2024), Maura serves on several national asbestos trust advisory committees.

Headshot of Megan Waida, Senior Attorney in the Lanier Law Firm's Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure practice.
Megan Waida

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Megan Waida is dedicated to asbestos exposure and appellate cases. Named to the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40 (2018-2021), Megan advocates for asbestos victims and has a strong background in complex litigation.

Headshot of Michael A. Akselrud, Senior Attorney in our Business Litigation, Personal Injury, and Product Liability practice.
Michael A. Akselrud

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Michael A. Akselrud is dedicated to personal injury, business litigation, and product liability. He was part of the trial team that secured a $4.69 billion verdict in the Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case. Recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star (2016) and named to LawDragon 500 (2020).

Headshot of Michelle Greene, Senior Attorney in our Pharmaceutical Liability and Product Liability practice.
Michelle Greene

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Michelle Greene is dedicated to pharmaceutical and product liability, with a focus on toxic torts. She represented clients in AFFF and PFAS contamination cases. Recognized by Best Lawyers as “Ones to Watch” (2024-2025) and listed in Lawdragon’s Next Generation (2025) for Plaintiff Litigation.

Headshot of Patrice McKinney, Lanier Law Firm Senior Attorney in personal injury, product liability, and FELA.
Patrice McKinney

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Patrice McKinney is dedicated to personal injury, product liability, and FELA cases, with a focus on railroad workers injured on the job, car and trucking collisions, and oilfield injuries. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer (2017-2024) and Best Lawyers (2024-2025) for Personal Injury.

Headshot of Rachel Lanier, Managing Attorney, Los Angeles, Product Liability and Pharmaceutical Liability
Rachel Lanier

Read Bio

Managing Attorney, Los Angeles
Rachel Lanier is dedicated to pharmaceutical and product liability, helping secure the $4.6 billion verdict in Ingham v. Johnson & Johnson. Recognized by Best Lawyers (2024-2025) for Mass Tort and Personal Injury, Rachel leads the firm’s social media addiction lawsuits and represents clients in high-profile MDLs.

Headshot of Rebecca Phillips, The Lanier Law Firm's Mass Torts Director.
Rebecca Phillips

Read Bio

Mass Torts Director
Rebecca Phillips is dedicated to pharmaceutical liability, business litigation, and appeals. Co-lead counsel in the Bard Implant litigation, she also helped secure billions in opioid recovery for Texas. Recent honors include Super Lawyers Rising Star and Lawdragon 500 (2024-2025), among others.

Headshot of Sam E. Taylor, Senior Litigation Counsel for the Lanier Law Firm Personal Injury practice.
Sam E. Taylor

Read Bio

Senior Litigation Counsel
Sam E. Taylor is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law, with over 30 years of experience. He has tried over 50 civil jury trials, including mesothelioma and wrongful death cases. Recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer since 2008, Sam holds an AV Preeminent Rating for 25+ years.

Headshot of Zeke DeRose, Lanier Law Firm Senior Attorney, Business Litigation
Zeke DeRose

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Zeke DeRose is dedicated to business litigation, antitrust, and product liability. He is part of the legal team in an antitrust case against Google and represents the State of Arkansas in litigation against Meta. Recognized by Lawdragon 500 (2025) and Best Lawyers (2025), Zeke is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100.

Headshot of Lanier Law Firm Senior attorney Catherine Heacox, part of the Personal Injury, Pharmaceutical and Product Liability practice.
Catherine Heacox

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Catherine Heacox is dedicated to pharmaceutical liability, personal injury, and product liability. Recognized by Super Lawyers as New York Metro Super Lawyer since 2013, Catherine has extensive experience in MDL and mass tort litigation.

Headshot of attorney Richard D. Meadow who serves as Of Counsel for the Lanier Law Firm.
Richard Meadow

Read Bio

Of Counsel
Richard Meadow’s broad legal experience spans multiple practice areas and jurisdictions. He is recognized in Best Lawyers 2025 for his work in Mass Tort Litigation and Personal Injury Litigation. With over three decades of experience, Richard has dedicated his career to championing the rights of injured individuals.

Headshot of the Lanier Law Firm's attorney Kelsey Stokes
Kelsey Stokes

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Kelsey Stokes is dedicated to mass tort litigation, product liability, and complex litigation. With extensive experience in trial and settlement negotiations, she continues to be a leader in medical device litigation recognized by Super Lawyers Rising Stars (2022).

Headshot of Lanier Law Firm senior attorney Lee Cirsch
Lee Cirsch

Read Bio

Senior Attorney
Lee Cirsch is an experienced trial lawyer with over two decades of handling personal injury, product liability, and business litigation cases. His experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants gives him a unique ability to anticipate his opponent’s strategy, providing clients with an edge in litigation.