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Substantial Settlement Achieved in Personal Injury Suit: In August 2011, Blake Hannafan and Jim McGuinness settled a Personal Injury lawsuit on behalf of Stephen Fantham, arising from a traumatic leg amputation as a result of a land mine explosion in Sudan, Africa, against Ronco Consulting Corporation pending in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. In addition, the settlement also included claims for loss of consortium to Mr. Fantham's wife. The settlement was reached before Roncoe even responded to the complaint. The terms of the settlement agreement are confidential. Illinois Rising Star — Blake T. Hannafan: For the fourth straight year, Blake Hannafan was selected as one of the top young lawyers in the state of Illinois by Illinois Super Lawyers' publication. He was chosen as an Illinois Rising Star based upon his achievements voted by his peers. Hannafan & Hannafan Ranked as "Best Law Firm": U.S. News & World Report has selected Hannafan & Hannafan for 2011-2012 as one of the best law firms in metropolitan Chicago for Commercial Litigation. Michael T. Hannafan Named a 2011 Illinois Super Lawyer: Mr. Hannafan was again selected by his peers to be an Illinois Super Lawyer. It is an honor for Mr. Hannafan and the entire law firm, especially since only 5% of Illinois attorneys are selected. Peer Attorneys Select Michael T. Hannafan as "Best in Class": The Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review recognizes Michael T. Hannafan as one of the best in class in both ethics standards and quality of his legal work. For more than 30 years Mr. Hannafan has received this high honor. Chicago's Best — Michael T. Hannafan: Selected as one of "Chicago's Best Lawyers," Michael T. Hannafan receives this honor again in 2011. Additionally, he is chosen as one of the top attorneys in Bet-the-Company Litigation and Commercial Litigation. The selection process is based upon evaluations of attorneys by their peers. Another Year as One of the Best Lawyers in America: The Best Lawyers publication is regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States. This year, Mr. Hannafan is receiving this honor in the specialties of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White Collar, and Bet-the-Company Litigation. Mr. Hannafan is part of a small, distinguished, select group of attorneys who has received the honor as one of the Best Lawyers in America for more than ten years.
2010 AV Rated for 30 Years: The Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review recognizes Michael T. Hannafan as one of the best in class in both ethics standards and quality of his legal work. This is Mr. Hannafan's 30th anniversary of receiving the highest possible professional rating from the most knowledgeable critics: peer attorneys. Illinois Rising Star — Blake T. Hannafan: For the third straight year, Blake Hannafan was selected as one of the top young lawyers in the state of Illinois by Illinois Super Lawyers' publication. He was chosen as an Illinois Rising Star based upon his achievements. Chicago's Best — Michael T. Hannafan: Selected as one of "Chicago's Best Lawyers," Michael T. Hannafan receives this honor in 2010. Additionally, he is named as one of the top 31 attorneys in Bet-the-Company Litigation as well as listed for his expertise in Commercial Litigation. The selection process is based upon evaluations of attorneys by their peers. Another Successful Case Outcome — As first chair, Mr. Blake Hannafan successfully prosecuted a breach of contract case in the Circuit Court of Cook County before Judge Bill Taylor. Defendants were Sentinel Investment Group, Inc.; Sentinel Financial Services, Inc.; Sentinel Management International, Inc.; Fountainhead Investments, Inc.; EB Trust 2005; and Eric A. Bloom Living Trust. Michael T. Hannafan Appointed Adjunct Professor of Law for 2010/11 School Year: For the sixth year Michael T. Hannafan has been appointed as an Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy at Northwestern University’s School of Law. As part of the coursework, Mr. Hannafan will ask his students to prepare a case and run a mock trial. With decades of experience, Mr. Hannafan provides wisdom and expertise to his students in how to best approach and present a case. Hannafan & Hannafan Victorious in Legal Malpractice Suit: the firm won the verdict on a legal malpractice suit of $651,000 after a six-day jury trial before Judge Allen Goldberg in the Circuit Court of Cook County. Favorable Summary Judgment Received: Obtained a summary judgment on behalf of the firm's client American Naitonal Bank as trustee for the estate of Dr. Greg Lauz regarding claims based on fraudulent transfers. The opinion granted a total defense victory based on the Illinois Dead Man's Act. The Summary Judgment was granted by Judge Kapala in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. 2009 Michael T. Hannafan Selected as a 2010 Illinois Super Lawyer: Mr. Hannafan was again selected by his peers to be an Illinois Super Lawyer. With only 5% of Illinois attorneys chosen, this is an honor for Mr. Hannafan and the entire firm. Blake T. Hannafan Again Named an Illinois Rising Star: For the second year in a row, Blake Hannafan was selected by Illinois Super Lawyers' publication as one of the top young lawyers in the state of Illinois based upon his achievements. Michael T. Hannafan Also Selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America: The Best Lawyers publication is regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States. This year, Mr. Hannafan is receiving this honor in the specialties of Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White Collar, and Bet-the-Company Litigation. Mr. Hannafan is in a small and distinguished group of attorneys who has been selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America for more than ten years. Hannafan & Hannafan Adds New Attorney: Mr. James McGuinness joined Hannafan & Hannafan, Ltd. in September 2009. Mr. McGuinness has worked for two previous law firms and is the only attorney at Hannafan & Hannafan licensed in both Illinois and Massachusetts. While many firms are laying employees off, Hannafan and Hannafan continues to expand its workforce. Michael T. Hannafan Appointed Adjunct Professor of Law for 2009/10 School Year: For five straight years, Michael T. Hannafan has been appointed as an Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy at Northwestern University’s School of Law. Mr. Hannafan will ask his students to prepare a case and run a mock trial as part of the coursework. With decades of experience, Mr. Hannafan provides his students with the best methodologies for approaching and presenting a case. Hannafan & Hannafan Expands Firm: The economy has not hurt Hannafan & Hannafan as the firm hires two Associate Attorneys to handle its case load. Both attorneys have worked as Temporary Staff Attorneys for Hannafan & Hannafan in the past, so they are familiar with the client landscape of the firm. They will enable Hannafan & Hannafan to continue to offer excellent service levels for its clients.
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