Brian Joseph Massimino

Brian Joseph Massimino

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 22 years

Litigation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business

200 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago, IL

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Litigation 60%

Business disputes (contract and tort); Real estate matters; landlord-tenant disputes.

23 years | 275 cases

60%
Business 40%

Assisting small businesses in contract, real estate and risk management matters.

23 years | 150 cases

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 22 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2004

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 22 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2003

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Howard and Howard PLLC

200 S. Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago, IL, 60604

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Brian Joseph Massimino's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

47 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Corporate & Incorporation

Posted by Devi | May 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation

Sound advice

Brian gave me great guidance to help me decide which direction to take with our small business setup. He has seen where things later go wrong and so was able to help me think through risks I couldn't see. He was also able to connect me to the right person for drafting documents.

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Brian Joseph Massimino's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Knieriem

Litigation lawyer | May 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is tenacious and a fierce advocate for his clients and, most importantly, gets results."

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Gregory Braun

Business lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Brian as a business lawyer and litigator. I have referred a dozen matters to Brian over the last year or so and he has always been responsive and given good advice and achieved great results. Glad Brian is a trusted colleague."

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Gerald Niewoehner

Business lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brian. He is on top of his game. He is knowledgeable, personable, and a great communicator, which is what you need in a lawyer."

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Jonathan Schatz

Litigation lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kathryn Liss

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian and I co-counseled a case defending a homeowner when her insurance company refused to pay her claim. Brian was a fierce litigator and always remained professional and courteous to the client, the court and opposing counsels. Through his advocacy we obtained a favorable result for the client."

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Kevin Rejent

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian worked hard to obtain an excellent result for a motor vehicle accident client I referred to him with some difficult insurance coverage issues. He cut through the extraneous details to negotiate a very favorable result in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend Brian to anyone seeking a hard working and honest attorney in the Chicago area."

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Jeffrey Paulsen

Litigation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Brian and I worked together on a construction-related lawsuit. Brian was hard working, thoughtful, and aggressive. I look forward to our next case together."

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Roy Amatore

Litigation lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. He is as honest as the day is long and he is super diligent. You cannot go wrong with Brian."

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Stephen Ukman

Litigation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Brian and I provided services to a mutual client over several years, Brian in litigation and me in general corporate and real estate law. I found Brian to be thorough, timely, and insightful in his legal work. He was easy to work with and always responsive. I would recommend him to other clients without hesitation."

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Daniel Thomann

Litigation lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Brian Massimino for more than 15 years, as a colleague and friend. I have worked with him on various state and federal cases in Chicago and while he was in Missouri, and he has always been a consummate professional and a great litigator. He is extremely thorough, hard working, and attentive. He is professional and courteous, but always keeps his clients' goals as his main concern. Outside of the court he is a kind and considerate person, with a great sense of humor. He is involved in numerous volunteer endeavors in the community and is well-liked by all who have met him. I have spoken to numerous other attorneys who have had cases involving him, and they all share the same positive opinion of him - I do not believe this is a coincidence. I fully endorse this lawyer and strongly recommend him."

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Christopher Ackeret

Litigation lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've referred Brian a number of cases over the years and he'll continue to receive many more in the future. He does a great job."

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Joseph Olstein

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Marc Cervantes

Real estate lawyer

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Christopher Ackeret

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2024

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Volunteer of the Year - Consumer Practice Group, Legal Assistance Foundation Chicago

2013

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Partner, Howard & Howard Attorneys

2018 - 2024

Attorney, Lavelle Law, Ltd.

2011 - 2019

Adjunct Professor, Roosevelt University

2010 - 2018

Principal, Massimino Law, LLC

2005 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Witzel & Kanzler, LLC

2004 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice

2003 - 2005

Associate Attorney, Dunn & Miller, PC

2000 - 2003

Clerk, Dunn & Miller, PC

Associations

2010 - Present

Illinois Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2015

Urban Initiatives

Junior Board Member

2010 - 2013

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2009

Habitat for Humanity

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

OHM Properties v American Family

Settlement

Car Doctor, Inc., et al v. Car Doctor, Jr., et al.

Verdict for Defendants on 9 of 10 counts. Total damages awarded was $3100

Confidential

Obtained $750,000 settlement for client.

Becerra v. Navy Pier

Jury Verdict for client

OHM Properties v. Centric Care

Judgment for client

Confidential

Settlement - $175,000 return to client.

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Education

2003

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1999

Truman State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1998

Oxford University

Visiting Student

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Undergraduate course

Hospitality Law

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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