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Ganan & Shapiro, P.C.

In 1970, two young attorneys set out to open their own firm and Ganan & Shapiro was born. Cliff Ganan and Jay Shapiro quickly began developing a practice focused on workers’ compensation. As the firm grew, they specialized in defending businesses in workers’ compensation and related subrogation matters throughout the state. Since that time, the firm has grown and has developed a thriving practice with the expertise our clients need. Over the past five decades, Ganan & Shapiro has distinguished itself as a leader in the field of workers’ compensation and is truly the best choice to defend your case.

1970
Ganan & Shapiro, P.C. established by Cliff Ganan and Jay Shapiro and opens office on LaSalle Street
1980
Firm moves into brownstone in River North
1981
Jay Shapiro serves as president of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association
1996
Jerome Webb serves as president of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association
2000
Jay Shapiro passes away
2001
Firm opens Peoria office
2008
Elaine Newquist serves as president of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association
2018
Firm moves Chicago office back to LaSalle Street
2022
  • Cliff Ganan passes away
  • Michelle LaFayette serves as president of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association
  • Peoria office moves into brownstone in Riverfront District
2023
  • Peoria office closes
  • Slavin & Slavin merges with Ganan & Shapiro

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