Judith Conway

Judith Conway is a dedicated trial attorney who advocates for individuals and families affected by serious personal injuries and wrongful death. Her primary focus lies in litigating cases involving mesothelioma, lung cancer, asbestosis, and other asbestos-related conditions. She represents clients from initial consultation through trial and appeals.

Judith began her academic journey at the University of Notre Dame, earning a Bachelor of Arts with a triple major in Political Science, Spanish, and Sociology. She then earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School, where she was elected President of the Law School Student Senate. Her educational background reflects a strong foundation in both the humanities and law.

Over the course of her career, Judith has represented hundreds of individuals and families impacted by asbestos exposure and other harmful circumstances. Her efforts have led to tens of millions of dollars in settlements, including a notable $20 million settlement reached during closing arguments in a three-week jury trial. She often serves as lead counsel in complex litigation across the United States.

Judith’s work has earned widespread recognition, including honors such as the Illinois State Bar Association’s Young Lawyer of the Year for Cook County (2023–2024), Super Lawyers Rising Star (2019–2024), and inclusion in Forbes’ Best Wrongful Death Lawyers in Chicago (2024). She has also been named a Top 10 Asbestos Mesothelioma Trial Lawyer and a National Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyer in 2023.

In addition to her litigation work, Judith Conway contributes to the legal profession through speaking engagements and legal writing. She is actively involved with multiple professional associations and community organizations, including the Illinois State Bar Association, American Bar Association, and the Chicago Federation of Labor.

Judith’s track record demonstrates her commitment to securing justice for those harmed by negligence. Her legal skills, compassion, and dedication make her a trusted advocate in personal injury and asbestos litigation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Trial Attorney, Cooney & Conway
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Chicago Federation of Labor

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• University of Michigan Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Notre Dame
  BA in Political Science, Spanish, and Sociology

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