$ 225-400 per hour
Benjamin Robert Schmickle
About Benjamin
Biography
After many years of diverse practice experiences, I've settled into doing what I enjoy most: helping injured people and their families. We can't return lost time, we can't mend bones, and we can't bring loved ones back; however, we can give people a fair opportunity to obtain justice in the civil court system. Helping people understand and navigate the civil justice system is what motivates me. And, at the end of the case, the best part is when my clients or their families tell us, "thank you." I hope someday that I can be a good example for my two children, so that they work to help those in need in their communities, too.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Defective and Dangerous Products
70%
22 years | 1,500 cases
Personal Injury
20%
27 years | 100 cases
Litigation
10%
27 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
33%-40%
Pro bono
5 %
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Missouri for 20 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 26 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
SWMW Law
701 Market St, Suite 1000, Saint Louis, MO, 63101
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Posted by Jimmy | February 11, 2013
Lawyer to be trusted
Ben is a man that i trust, respect and want to represent me and my family. Down to earth person, confident,knowledgeable and someone not to be pushed around. Very pleased with the work he did for me and my family and owe him a great gratitude for his help. A very nice person.
Benjamin Robert Schmickle's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Schmickle is a maestro of asbestos injury claims. With a strong command of the legal landscape, keen knowledge of the local players, and deft interpersonal skills, his clients, coworkers, and colleagues are extremely fortunate to be able to work with him."
William Blair
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Jul 21
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer because he is diligent in practice and does a great job representing his asbestos clients."
"I have worked with Ben for many of years. He is dedicated to his clients and goes the extra mile to make certain that those responsible for his clients' injuries are held accountable. Ben and the attorneys at his Firm are truly outstanding attorneys, and I highly endorse him."
"I endorse Benjamin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
John Fotopoulos
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Nov 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is one of the top Mesothelioma attorneys in St. Louis and southern Illinois."
Jeremy Sackett
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Mar 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Scott McGee
Defective and dangerous products lawyer
Experience
Honors
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
CALI Excellent Awards,
N/A
Amjur Award –Torts I and II,
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Member/Partner, SWMK Law, LLC
2008 - 2012
Attorney, Gori Julian & Associates, PC
2004 - 2008
Attorney, Goldenberg, Heller, Antognoli & Rowland
1999 - 2004
Attorney, Hepler Broom Macdonald Hebrank True & Noce, LLC
Associations
2012 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial AttorneysMember
2010 - Present
American Association for JusticeAttorney Member
2008 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Madison County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
LF v. AO Smith et al.
$6,000,000
RB & AB v. 3M Co. et al.
$1,400,000+
R.S. and M.S. v. AGCo et al.
$1,750,000+
Education
1999
Southern Illinois University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
University of Missouri Columbia, Missouri
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Perrin Cutting Edge in Asbestos Litigation Conference
The Bare Metal Defense: Almost a Decade of Claims
2012
Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Conference
A Brief Foray into Forum Non Conveniens in Missouri
2012
Illinois State Bar Association: Pre-Trial Motion Practices
Discovery Motions and Practice
2010
Asbestos: Current Issues and Effective Litigation Tactics
Update on Law in Illinois on Proving Causation and Damages
Languages
English