Milwaukee Mesothelioma Lawyer

A mesothelioma diagnosis is a harrowing, grief-filled experience. You’re likely dealing with grueling treatment and trying to plan for your family’s financial security. The nationally recognized attorneys at The Lanier Law Firm understand what you’re going through. Our dedicated Milwaukee mesothelioma lawyers are ready to help secure the compensation you deserve.

Case Results: How We Have Helped Milwaukee Asbestos Victims

In Milwaukee County, approximately 10 people are diagnosed with mesothelioma every year, and 215 died between 2018 and 2024. Our asbestos lawyers have helped Milwaukee victims and their families by providing legal services, securing substantial compensation like the following asbestos settlements and verdicts:

We’re committed to supporting asbestos exposure victims in their time of need and securing the compensation their families deserve. Here are some of the testimonials we’ve received from our mesothelioma clients:

Need help recovering compensation for your asbestos exposure? Call 800-723-3216 today for a free consultation.

How Were You Exposed to Asbestos in Milwaukee?

Milwaukee was home to many different industries that may have exposed workers and their families to asbestos, including manufacturers, steel plants, power plants, shipyards, and more.

Milwaukee-area companies with a history of asbestos exposure include the following:

  • A. Trostel
  • A.C. & S
  • Ajax Rubber Company, Incorporated
  • Allis Chalmers
  • Allied Smelting
  • American Motors
  • AO Smith
  • A.P. Green Fire Brick Company of Wisconsin
  • Armstrong Contracting & Supply
  • Armstrong Cork Company
  • Atlantic Refining Company
  • Badge Brass
  • Badger Brass & Aluminum
  • Barclay Foundry
  • Bartelt Asbestos & Cork Co.
  • Bausch Manufacturing
  • Bendix Corporation
  • Borden Food Company
  • Briggs & Stratton
  • Building Service Industrial Sales
  • Bucyrus Erie Company
  • Carbon Engineering
  • Carbonite Metal
  • Carnation Company
  • Chain Belt Company
  • Eaton Yale
  • E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company
  • E.R. Wagner Manufacturing Company
  • Evinrude Motors
  • Federal Malleable Company
  • Gettelman Brewing
  • Gisholt Machine Company
  • Goodman Division of Calumet & Helga, Incorporated
  • Grede Foundries
  • Hotpoint Division
  • Industrial Plant
  • International Harvester Company
  • James Foundry Corporation
  • Joseph Schlitz Brewing Co.
  • Kirach Foundry
  • Kraft Foods
  • Ladish Company
  • Land and River Improvement Company
  • Milwaukee Electric Ry & Light
  • Milwaukee Electric Tool
  • Milwaukee Solvay Coke
  • Motor Castings Company
  • Mobil Oil Company
  • Normington Laundry
  • Oak Creek Powerhouse
  • Owens Illinois
  • Swift & Co.
  • Unit Crane & Shovel
  • Vilter Manufacturing Corporation

Asbestos Exposure at Solvay Coke and Gas Company in Milwaukee, WI

Located on 46 acres west of Lincoln Memorial Harbor, the former Solvay Coke & Gas Co. site served a variety of industrial uses over parts of three different centuries. Cleanup efforts have chipped away at decades of contamination at the site, including the removal of four cubic yards of friable asbestos in 2008.

Until May 2019, asbestos-containing materials remained at the site. Plant workers were likely exposed to asbestos in various roles at the site, which was used for gas production, coal storage, railroad operations, and more.

The Lanier Law Firm is committed to helping workers in this and other Milwaukee industries secure compensation for asbestos-related illnesses. 

How Can You Recover Compensation for a Mesothelioma Diagnosis in Milwaukee?

No one in Milwaukee should be exposed to asbestos. Those diagnosed with mesothelioma can pursue well-deserved justice and compensation through the following pathways:

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

Wisconsin’s mesothelioma statute of limitations requires that you file a claim within three years from the date of your diagnosis in most circumstances. While this is a more forgiving deadline than in many states, it’s still best to get started on your case as soon as possible.

Get a Free Legal Consultation

Our Wisconsin mesothelioma lawyers are always willing to travel to you for a convenient, on-site consultation. Our trusted attorneys representing clients in Milwaukee include the following:

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Mark Lanier

W. Mark Lanier, our firm’s founder, is nationally recognized as a force to be reckoned with. Mark is one of the most successful personal injury lawyers in the U.S., having led our $4.69 billion asbestos exposure verdict and many significant wins. He’s been named as a Top 10 Super Lawyer in Texas and one of the National Trial Lawyers Foundation’s 50 Most Influential Lawyers in the U.S., among his many other accolades.

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Darron E. Berquist

Darron Berquist is our firm’s managing attorney for asbestos litigation, helping secure justice for mesothelioma clients. Darron was a member of the trial team that won a $39 million jury verdict for a client who developed malignant mesothelioma after being exposed to asbestos-contaminated talc during a surgical procedure. He’s been recognized by Best Lawyers for his work in product liability litigation and class action lawsuits.

Contact Our Milwaukee Mesothelioma Lawyers Today

If you’ve developed an illness from asbestos exposure, The Lanier Law Firm has the extensive experience, legal skills, and resources necessary to hold even the largest companies accountable. Contact our team online or call 800-723-3216 today for a free consultation.

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Darron E. Berquist
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).

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How Much Does a Milwaukee Mesothelioma Lawyer Cost?

Most reputable mesothelioma lawyers in Milwaukee work on a contingency fee basis, meaning their services cost nothing upfront. On contingency, you won’t pay your attorney any fees unless you win your case.

What Is the Highest Asbestos Case Result Your Firm Has Achieved?

Our largest win is a landmark $4.69 billion verdict against a pharmaceutical giant over asbestos-containing talcum powder products. We’ve also secured a $115 million win at trial for a group of 21 steelworkers who were diagnosed with mesothelioma.

What Is the Average Payout for an Asbestos Case in Milwaukee?

While our team has recovered verdicts and settlements totaling billions of dollars, the specific range of potential compensation varies greatly on a case-by-case basis. Most cases are valued somewhere around hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars. Learn more about what goes into case valuations by reading our Q&A session with a mesothelioma attorney.

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Lawrence P. Wilson

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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).

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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).

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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.

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David Kuttles is dedicated to business litigation, product liability, and pharmaceutical liability. He has extensive experience in mass tort litigations. David has represented hundreds of plaintiffs in federal and state court, including cases in MDLs related to products like Levaquin, Bard PowerPort, and Vioxx. Recognized by Best Lawyers (2023-2025).

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Andrea Johnstone is dedicated to product liability and pharmaceutical liability, with a focus on mass torts and multidistrict litigation. She has advocated for victims injured by dangerous and defective devices and pharmaceutical products, including 3M Combat Earplugs, Exactech, Uloric, Zantac, Zostavax, Roblox, Taxotere, Talcum Powder, and Tylenol.