Why Choose ELSM?

Our law firm is completely dedicated to helping Mesothelioma victims.

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen is a national law firm recognized for its representation of over 5,000 hardworking men and women who have been exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma. ELSM's experience in asbestos litigation spans four decades.

ELSM is completely devoted to its mesothelioma clients and works tirelessly on their behalf to recover top settlement dollars. Listed below are just some of the reasons we believe that you should feel comfortable choosing us to represent you and your family.

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A Complete Focus on Mesothelioma

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen devotes nearly 100 percent of our resources to mesothelioma cases while other firms typically handle many areas of litigation. ELSM has a deep understanding of the unique legal concerns that mesothelioma cases present.

At ELSM, we understand that behind every case is a person facing real challenges. Our commitment is to provide not only thorough legal representation but also compassionate support, treating each client with the respect and personal attention they deserve.” Brian Early,
Managing Partner and Mesothelioma Lawyer

We Have 40 Years of Experience

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen has represented mesothelioma victims and their families for over 40 years and is widely recognized as one of the best law firms in the country. We have received the highest ratings by some of the most respected lawyer rating organizations in the industry, as well as our peers, for legal ability and legal ethics.  We have been given Martindale-Hubbell's highest AV rating , we are a National Tier 1 ranked law firm with U.S. News and World Report Best Law Firms, and have been selected for inclusion in the Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers rating publications.

Meet Our Lawyers

We are dedicated, sincere, compassionate, aggressive mesothelioma attorneys representing asbestos victims for over 40 years. We have served clients from every state across the country and are ready to speak with you about your potential asbestos case.

Where We Work

We are a nationwide law firm representing clients from every state throughout the United States. Our mesothelioma lawyers are currently licensed to practice in: California, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington, D.C. The firm has also developed close working relationships with other top mesothelioma law firms across the United States.

On our mesothelioma state legal pages we provide useful information relevant to filing mesothelioma lawsuits in each state.

Settlements & Verdicts

ELSM is proud to have obtained some of the highest settlements in the country on behalf of its clients. Our lawyers will fight hard to get you the financial compensation to which you are entitled. The majority of settlements we have obtained for our clients exceed $1.5 million. Several settlements have exceeded $20 million, demonstrating the firm’s commitment to securing the best possible outcome for each client. Here are some examples of recent settlements:

State	Disease	Occupation / Exposure	Age	~ Monies to Date
WA	Mesothelioma	Mechanic / Abatement Worker	66	~$102,200,000
AZ	Mesothelioma	Cosmetic Talc User	75	~$22,200,000
UT	Mesothelioma	Talc Powder User	59	~$20,000,000
RI	Mesothelioma	Home Renovator	75	~$15,100,000
NV	Mesothelioma	Electrician	62	~$13,800,000
CA	Mesothelioma	Plumber / Mechanic	49	~$13,500,000
CT	Mesothelioma	Abatement Worker / Painter	70	~$12,600,000
OH	Mesothelioma	Pipefitter / Home Renovator	58	~$12,200,000
NV	Mesothelioma	Pipefitter	65	~$12,000,000
CA	Mesothelioma	Navy Veteran / Dry Wall Sprayer	48	~$11,700,000
KY	Mesothelioma	Air Force Veteran / Boilermaker	84	~$11,700,000
MD	Mesothelioma	Hairdresser / Home Renovator	66	~$11,500,000

Please note that individual cases vary based on many factors, and prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

In Depth Asbestos Industry Knowledge

Our lawyers have extensive knowledge about the companies that distributed, manufactured and supplied products containing asbestos. Our lawyers apply this knowledge to make your case as strong as possible.

Your firm is extremely knowledgeable about mesothelioma. You have all worked hard on my behalf. I sincerely want to thank you for your dedication, kindness and friendship. Frank A. "Butch" Blanchard

Fast Trial Dates and Compensation

At ELSM, we understand that recovering funds quickly to help cover medical expenses is important to our clients. To that end, we work quickly on recovering funds from the asbestos trusts and securing the earliest possible trial date on your behalf. You can expect to see results as early as 3 to 6 months after starting the process.

We Maximize Asbestos Trust Recovery

Billions of dollars have been set aside to compensate mesothelioma victims through over 60 active Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts. ELSM has an entire department with 12 people completely dedicated to recovering funds quickly from these trusts on your behalf.

Client Testimonials and Profiles

Our clients are the reason we continue to fight for the rights of mesothelioma victims. Our client testimonials reflect the confidence that those we serve have in ELSM and reinforce the dedication, professionalism and results driven approach that our lawyers demonstrate every day.

I am very pleased with Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen and feel that they have always had my best interest at heart. Whenever I have had questions to be answered, I could (and can) count on prompt answers… Shirley Lamphere

Our clients are hardworking men and women that hail from all 50 states. They come from all different walks of life and ELSM is grateful for the opportunity to help these victims and their families during a most difficult time. Read stories of courage, strength, and perseverance from just some of our clients in their struggle with mesothelioma.

We Are Respected By Our Peers

Our experience representing mesothelioma victims and their families spans over four decades and our attorneys have been recognized as some of the best in the country. In addition to consistently receiving Martindale-Hubbell's highest Preeminent AV Rating, we are also recognized as a National, Tier 1 ranked law firm in mass tort litigation with Best Law Firms. Additionally, our lawyers have earned some of the highest accolades in the industry.

We Keep You Informed

Each case is assigned a team of attorneys and legal assistants which allows us to give you individual attention and address your unique needs. We keep you informed about the progress of your case on a regular basis. We also make it our business to keep abreast of the latest medical news and legislative acts. We proactively communicate this information to you as it becomes available.

Cathy and I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Jim Early and the entire ELSM staff for the caring and professionalism displayed in handling our case. We are more than pleased with the settlements we received and never expected such results. Cathy and Nick Varni

No Legal Fees Unless You Win

ELSM operates on a contingency fee basis. You pay and owe absolutely nothing unless money is recovered. At that point, ELSM receives a minor percentage of the awarded settlement. You will find our contingency fees to be among the lowest in the country.

Giving Back

The law firm of Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney and Meisenkothen remains firmly committed to helping to find a cure for mesothelioma and promoting asbestos awareness by supporting prominent mesothelioma and asbestos organizations.

Attorney Referrals

If your law firm has a client with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, ELSM would be happy to review the details of the case and potentially co-counsel with your firm to maximize recovery for your client. ELSM lawyers have extensive knowledge about companies that distributed, manufactured and supplied products containing asbestos. Given the complexities in litigating mesothelioma cases, working with an experienced asbestos law firm can add significant value to your client’s case.

We have worked with many personal injury, estate, probate and general practice law firms from across the country on behalf of their clients diagnosed with mesothelioma. We offer competitive referral fees and a seamless transition process. Please contact us to review your potential case referral.