Brian LaCien

Brian LaCien, co-founder of Smith LaCien LLP in Chicago, specializes in personal injury law. He focuses on aviation negligence, medical malpractice, and other serious injury cases. Since obtaining his law license in Illinois in 2002, he has dedicated his career to vigorously representing clients across the Chicago metropolitan area, securing justice and substantial compensation for those affected by negligence.

With a record of significant legal victories, Mr. LaCien has played a pivotal role in achieving collective recoveries exceeding $2 billion for his clients. His work encompasses many personal injury claims, including complex cases related to civil rights violations, premises liability, product liability, professional negligence, trucking litigation, and wrongful death.

Mr. LaCien’s legal practice is driven by a strong commitment to client-focused representation. He provides compassionate, personalized legal services and understands how serious injuries can disrupt the lives of individuals and their families. Drawing on his extensive experience in personal injury law, he works strategically through skilled negotiation and aggressive litigation to pursue the best possible results for his clients.

His peers and various legal organizations recognize his legal prowess. Mr. LaCien is chair of two legal groups: the Illinois State Bar Association’s Tort Law Section and the American Association for Justice’s Aviation Law Section. His work in law has won him multiple awards, including recognition from Leading Lawyers and a spot on its “Top 10 emerging Lawyers” list.

A graduate of DePaul University College of Law, Mr. LaCien is magna cum laude and a member of the Order of the Coif. He has shown academic excellence and a deep understanding of legal principles.

Before his journey with Smith LaCien LLP, he was assistant legal counsel at the Illinois House of Representatives. This role prepared him for a career of advocacy, integrity, and service to his clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founding Partner, Smith LaCien LLP
• Chair, Illinois State Bar Association
• Chair, American Association for Justice (AAJ)
• Board of Managers, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Chicago Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Depaul University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Iowa College of Law
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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