Five Collins Law Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America©
Naperville, IL (September 6, 2024) - The Collins Law Firm is proud to announce that five Collins Law attorneys have been chosen for inclusion in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Best Lawyers is the oldest and most respected guide to the legal profession. This year’s list recognizes the professional excellence of the top 5% of private practice lawyers based on millions of peer-reviewed evaluations.
Partner Shawn Collins has been recognized again by Best Lawyers for his work representing plaintiffs in environmental litigation, mass torts and class actions, and personal injury. “I am honored to be included among the country’s most accomplished lawyers and especially grateful to be recognized for my work fighting for the victims of toxic contamination,” said Shawn.
Partner Ed Manzke has been honored for his efforts on behalf of personal injury clients. “It is gratifying to be recognized by Best Lawyers for the important work we do on behalf of our injured clients,” remarked Ed.
Partner John Risvold has also been selected for his work fighting for personal injury clients. “I’m proud to be included in Best Lawyers in America. Being honored by this organization is especially meaningful because the recognition is based on peer reviews.”
Associate attorney Margaret Galka has been recognized for the first time in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch category for her work on behalf of mass tort and class action plaintiffs. And attorney John Sopuch has been selected as a Best Lawyer for his commercial litigation skills. The firm is honored that Best Lawyers has chosen to recognize five of our attorneys by including them on this year’s Best Lawyers list. The Collins Law Firm is a premier environmental, personal injury, and commercial litigation firm located in Naperville, IL. For more information about The Collins Law Firm, please visit www.collinslaw.com.
Client Reviews
★★★★★
Shawn Collins is a very talented lawyer, as are all the attorneys on his team. I've known and worked with Shawn for more that 30 years. Not only is he a top notch technical litigator but his communication skills are second to none. If anyone I know is ever in need of an attorney, Shawn is my very first recommendation. He gives very solid advice that goes beyond the law. He is someone you can trust to tell you the truth so you are not lead astray in the complex legal world. You really can't find a better advocate. E.M.
★★★★★
We were incredibly satisfied with our experience with The Collins Law Firm. We worked closely with Ed Manzke and found that he had a personal touch and truly got to know us in addition to being knowledgeable and effective in his field. The caring and individual attitude helped us tremendously throughout the entire process and we always felt like our case was in safe hands. We would highly recommend The Collins Law Firm for both its stellar work and dedicated employees. M.A.
★★★★★
My father recommended The Collins Law Firm to me after watching Shawn Collins and Ed Manzke at trial representing Lisle residents against Lockformer. For years, he told us courtroom tales about Shawn and Ed, citing their incredible skill as trial lawyers and how they put the huge Lockformer legal team to shame. So when my son was the victim of a wrongful death, they were my first and only choice. I can't say enough to truly express how grateful I am to The Collin's Law Firm for all that they did for me and my family. This amazing team advocated for me in my darkest moments, surpassing my expectations in every way. I will be forever grateful to Shawn and Ed. K.D.
★★★★★
I have worked with Rob, Shawn and The Collins Law Firm team in connection with both complex business transactions and litigation over the past several years. Shawn is far and away the best business litigation attorney I have worked with. Rob has been our lead attorney on M&A and corporate restructures, and he has delivered each time, and on time. I would highly recommend Rob to get the deal done! W.D.
★★★★★
Rob has been our out-side General Counsel for ten years. As a business with a global presence, it is important that we have the very best legal representation. Rob and the team have guided us through litigation battles, negotiating and drafting our important business contracts, and advising us in our business strategies. He has a great team of lawyers working with him. M.F.