Brian Joseph Massimino
About Brian
Biography
My goal is simple: Get you the best possible result in the most cost-effective manner.
We represent clients in all facets of business litigation and complex commercial matters, including cases involving breach of contract, limited liability company dissolution, employment, corporate control, business torts, real estate and franchise matters. I have extensive trial experience involving corporate and business disputes. I have successfully represented individuals, small businesses and large corporations as both plaintiffs and defendants.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
23 years | 275 cases
23 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
5 %
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 22 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Licensed in Missouri for 22 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2003
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
47 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by Diane | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great advocate
Exacting, professional, quietly confident and personable, I couldn’t recommend a more competent advocate than Brian Massiminio. His navigation through the cloudy parts of our case was thing of beauty. It wasn’t just the outcome it was the way it was done, masterful and polished.
Posted by Steve | December 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best lawyer in Chicagoland
Brian Massimino was hired to litigate a family related inheritance lawsuit. He was extremely knowledgeable about all discovery and evidence that had been collected.When he spoke to me it was evident that he analyzed and planned a path to a successful outcome. He kept me well-informed on any new or ch...
Posted by Antonio Hernandez | October 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
One of the few but the best!
After hours of searching for legal help and many no answers with thousands of upfront payments i got a call from Brian Massimino and saved my sense of someone who actually was willing to help no matter what my situation is or was. Brian Massimino and his group have been a true blessing and have gone ...
Posted by Karen | March 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best legal support we could have hoped for!
Brian Massimino is an exceptional lawyer! My husband and I both worked with him related to 2 separate legal needs, which had been very frustrating and confusing to us. Brian always took the time to listen, understand, and then provide incredibly wise legal guidance and representation. He helped us...
Posted by Kenneth | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Highly Recommend!
It's hard to put into words all that I received from Brian Massimino and the Lavelle Law team. It certainly was much more than merely legal representation. A while back I found myself in unchartered territory when a real estate deal went completely wrong. It turned out to be a long and arduous proc...
Brian Joseph Massimino's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is tenacious and a fierce advocate for his clients and, most importantly, gets results."
"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."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Experience
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 AssociationMember
2013 - 2015
Urban InitiativesJunior Board Member
2010 - 2013
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2009
Habitat for HumanityVolunteer Attorney
Sample of Legal Cases
Settlement
Verdict for Defendants on 9 of 10 counts. Total damages awarded was $3100
Obtained $750,000 settlement for client.
Jury Verdict for client
Judgment for client
Settlement - $175,000 return to client.
Education
2003
JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1998
Visiting Student
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Hospitality Law
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Is an Independent Contractor Agreement (ICA) valid if I signed it, but LLC company never countersigned?
10 Jul 2013
How can I file a motion to dismiss a lis pendens in cook county? I travel and cant be in chicago.
27 Jul 2012