Joseph P. Shannon is the founder of Shannon Law Group, P.C. in Woodridge, Illinois, with 35 years of experience representing clients in mesothelioma, asbestos exposure, and serious injury cases across the state. Licensed in Illinois since 1991, Shannon has built his firm on a mission of integrity-first representation, helping victims of asbestos exposure and their families recover the compensation they deserve. An active member of the American Association for Justice and the Illinois State Bar Association's Judicial Evaluation Committee, he brings both courtroom skill and deep community roots to every case he handles.
Why Work With Joseph?
35+ YearsMesothelioma experience
Free ConsultationNo obligation to hire
No Upfront FeesContingency 33%–40%
Statewide CoverageServing all of Illinois
Experience & Credentials
Years in Practice35 yrs Senior Expert
Client Rating5.0 / 5.0 (19 reviews)
Mesothelioma
Asbestos Exposure
Wrongful Death
Personal Injury
Trucking Accidents
Illinois Mesothelioma Lawsuit Information
Statute of Limitations2 years from diagnosis or discovery date
Wrongful Death Deadline2 years from date of death
Filing LocationIllinois Circuit Court (county of exposure or residence)
Average Settlement$1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors)
Illinois allows mesothelioma victims to file personal injury lawsuits against responsible asbestos manufacturers. Many victims also receive compensation from multiple asbestos bankruptcy trust funds. Learn more about settlements →
Office Locations
3550 Hobson Rd, Ste 403, Woodridge, IL 60517
200 N LaSalle St, Ste 1550, Chicago, IL 60601
Frequently Asked Questions
In Illinois, the statute of limitations for mesothelioma personal injury claims is 2 years from diagnosis or discovery date. For wrongful death claims, the deadline is 2 years from date of death. Acting quickly is important — evidence and witness availability can diminish over time. Joseph offers free consultations to help you understand your timeline.
Joseph P. Shannon works on a contingency fee basis — Contingency 33%–40%. This means you pay nothing out of pocket to get started. Legal fees are only collected if your case is resolved successfully through a settlement or verdict.
Joseph P. Shannon handles cases involving Mesothelioma, Asbestos Exposure, Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Trucking Accidents. Joseph P. Shannon is the founder of Shannon Law Group, P.C. in Woodridge, Illinois, with 35 years of experience representing clients in mesothelioma, asbestos exposure, and serious injury cases across the state. Licensed in Illinois since 1991, Shannon has built his firm on a mission of integrity-first representation, helping victims of asbestos exposure and their families recover the compensation they deserve. An active member of the American Association for Justice and the Illinois State Bar Association's Judicial Evaluation Committee, he brings both courtroom skill and deep community roots to every case he handles.
Mesothelioma lawsuits in Illinois are typically filed in the Illinois Circuit Court (county of exposure or residence). Joseph can advise on the best venue for your specific circumstances based on where the asbestos exposure occurred.
Average mesothelioma settlements in Illinois range from $1.1M–$1.4M (varies by case factors). The actual value of your case depends on factors such as the extent of asbestos exposure, the severity of your diagnosis, the number of liable parties, and available bankruptcy trust fund claims. Joseph can provide a case-specific evaluation at no cost.
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