CONTACT INFORMATION

Chicago t 312.258.5639 f 312.258.5600 E-mail Download vCard

PRACTICE AREAS

BAR ADMISSIONS

  • Illinois
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin

News

Joseph J. Krasovec III

Partner

Joseph J. Krasovec concentrates his practice on the defense of manufacturers in product liability matters. He also represents a variety of businesses in commercial disputes. He practices in state and federal courts, at the trial and appellate levels.

Mr. Krasovec has managed cases from the beginning of the discovery phase, through trial, and to the appellate level. He also is experienced in structuring settlements in cases involving multiple parties and complex issues. In addition to trying cases in courtrooms around the country, Mr. Krasovec also counsels manufacturers in the product development phase regarding potential liability considerations, advising them on product labeling, instructions, testing and design.

Specifically, Mr. Krasovec serves as national product liability counsel for two large consumer product manufacturers.

He has worked with manufacturers of such products as:

  • Juvenile products, including child car seats, swings, play yards and strollers
  • Air compressors
  • Power and hand tools, including saws, lathes, dust collectors and hydraulic lift jacks
  • Corded window coverings
  • Gas barbecue grills
  • Commercial printing presses
  • Hot beverage dispensers
  • Portable camping heaters
  • Electric switches
  • Pill manufacturing equipment

Awards and Honors

Leading Lawyer — Commercial Litigation; Product Liability Defense, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network

Education

Northwestern University School of Law(J.D., 1989)
University of Denver(B.S., Finance, cum laude, 1986)