We are proud to announce that six attorneys from Cooney & Conway have been selected for the 2024 Super Lawyers List. This distinction from Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters Business, rates outstanding lawyers from 70+ practice areas. It recognizes those who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
Original Post Written by Patricia Manson of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
A Cook County jury on Thursday awarded $23 million to a woman who developed mesothelioma after handling asbestos-containing materials while working for the Chicago manufacturer Qualitex Co. The jury returned its verdict in favor of Cynthia Cowger in her lawsuit against Qualitex following a three-week trial. Cook County Circuit Judge Patrick J. Sherlock presided over the case.
Our team at Cooney & Conway is eager to announce that twelve of our very own have been recognized for the 2021 Leading Lawyer Award! This award is only bestowed upon qualified top state lawyers who have been recognized by their peers for exemplary work. Less than 5% of any given state’s lawyers have received such a distinction.
The Conway family was featured in an article by The Chicago Bar Association recently, in their @theBar column. Here's a synopsis:
Buses are a chosen mode of transportation for many Chicago commuters. Unfortunately, these heavy vehicles can cause serious injuries to passengers and other vehicles on the road. There are various causes of bus accidents and many injuries that can result ranging from scratches to severe bodily trauma, and sometimes even death.
Loyola's graduates have distinguished themselves in a variety of endeavors- in law, in business, government, and public service. The School of Law, its Alumni Association, and various student organizations have established a number of awards to honor these men and women who have exemplified the ideals of the school that have fostered its development for over a century.
