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Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen LLC

United States 2025

Overview

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen is a national law firm recognized for its representation of over 4,000 hardworking men and women who have been exposed to asbestos and diagnosed with mesothelioma. ELSM devotes nearly 100 percent of our resources to mesothelioma cases and has been doing so for over 40 years.

The attorneys at ELSM have extensive knowledge about the companies that distributed, manufactured, and supplied products containing asbestos and have used this knowledge to obtain settlements and jury verdicts which are among the highest in the country.

ELSM assists clients not only in filing civil lawsuits to recover for their injuries, but also in filing workers compensation and bankruptcy claims where appropriate.

Asbestos & Mesothelioma

Malignant mesothelioma is the most serious of all asbestos related disease. Although uncommon, mesothelioma cancer is no longer considered rare.

Mesothelioma Treatment

Ongoing research and mesothelioma treatments like Alimta® can give mesothelioma patients hope.

Your Legal Rights

Our justice system allows those suffering from mesothelioma to seek compensation from the manufacturers of asbestos and asbestos-containing products.

Why Choose ELSM?


Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen
is nationally recognized for our representation of mesothelioma victims, and for our understanding of and compassion for victims and their families. Our experience in these matters spans over three decades.

ELSM is proud to support MARF (Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation) in its work to fund mesothelioma research.

I am very pleased with the law firm Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen and feel that they have always had my best interest at heart. Whenever I have had questions to be answered, I could (and can) count on prompt answers by calling the person with whom I have had the most contact, Jennifer Lucarelli. She has always treated me like a life-long friend.

-Shirley Lamphere

Founded:
1994
Size:
14
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Practice Areas:
1
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
7

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Regional

New Haven

Tier
1
New Haven
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
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1
New Haven
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
New Haven
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
New Haven
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

New York City

Tier
1
New York City
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
New York City
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Rankings

National

Tier
1
National Ranking
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Regional

New Haven

Tier
1
New Haven
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
New Haven
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
New Haven
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
New Haven
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants

New York City

Tier
1
New York City
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Tier
2
New York City
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen LLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 4 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Early, Lucarelli, Sweeney & Meisenkothen LLC proudly has 7 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

New York, NY
122 East 42nd Street, Suite 4700
New York, NY 10168
United States
New Haven, CT
One Century Tower, 11th Floor
265 Church Street
New Haven, CT 06510
United States
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