Overview

John A. Gollwitzer is a partner at Swanson, Martin and Bell, LLP. John concentrates his practice in the defense of asbestos litigation in Illinois.  He has taken a lead role in coordinating the defense of a large number of claims filed against multiple clients including premises owners and product manufacturers. 

  • American Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Defense Research Institute

  • Law Bulletin Media, “Leading Lawyers,” (2018-2021, 2024-2025)
  • Illinois Super Lawyers® ,”Rising Stars Edition,” (2012-2013)

  • “The Buyer’s Burden: FIRPTA Tax Withholding,” ATG Concept, Vol. 26, Sept. 2002

Recent News

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Recognized as Leading Lawyers and Emerging Lawyers for 2025
January 10, 2025

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Recognized as Leading Lawyers and Emerging Lawyers for 2025
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2021
January 11, 2021

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2021
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2020
February 3, 2020

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2020
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2019
January 16, 2019

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys Named Leading Lawyers, Emerging Lawyers for 2019
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Partners
January 15, 2015

Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Names New Partners
Illinois Super Lawyers Recognizes 39 Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys
January 3, 2013

Illinois Super Lawyers Recognizes 39 Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP Attorneys
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