St. Charles, IL

John Joseph Malm

John J. Malm is a highly experienced trial lawyer with three decades of expertise in personal injury and wrongful death litigation. His practice spans DuPage, Kane, Cook, and Will counties, as well as the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. John leads a focused personal injury law firm, concentrating on cases involving: Automobile and truck accidents, Pedestrian and motorcycle accidents, Dog bites and animal attacks, Sports injuries, Defective products and product liability, Nursing home abuse and sexual abuse claims, Uninsured motorist claims. John’s firm has secured millions in compensation for clients and their families, achieving successful outcomes in Illinois trial courts and appellate courts.

Joseph F. Mirabella, Jr.

The attorneys of Mirabella, Kincaid, Frederick & Mirabella, LLC mourn the loss of our dear friend, mentor and partner Joseph F. Mirabella, Jr. For more than 50 years, Joe was an icon in the DuPage County legal community, serving as a leader and an example for everyone who had the pleasure to work with him. After serving in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1960, Joe graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1964, and he took over the legal practice established by his father, Joseph F. Mirabella, Sr. He devoted his time exclusively to family law, and after his partner John Kincaid joined the practice in 1970, the firm expanded to provide representation in civil cases, including personal injury and probate. Due to Joe’s leadership, MKFM has become the longest-running family law firm in DuPage County. Joe’s daughter Lynn Mirabella joined the firm in 2005, and Joe was proud to have her carry on the family name.

Jason P. Schneider

Jason P. Schneider is a personal injury lawyer who practices in the areas of automobile accident liability, premises liability, dog attacks, injuries to children, wrongful death, products liability, and negligence. Jason accepts cases throughout Illinois, and regularly practices in Cook County, DuPage County, Kane County, and Will County. His meticulous approach to case preparation and his sharp analytical mind have made him a key player in the firm’s success. Known for his ability to take case-winning depositions and craft compelling arguments, Jason has achieved significant settlements and verdicts.

Lynn M. Mirabella

Lynn M. Mirabella is a partner at MKFM Law, where her practice is concentrated almost exclusively in the area of family law, including high-profile cases and complex litigation files. Prior to joining MKFM Law, she worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. She is certified to represent children as a Guardian ad Litem, Child’s Representative, and Attorney for Child. In addition, she is certified in collaborative law, arbitration, and as a mediator.

Catherine D. Sheehan

Catherine “Cat” Sheehan is a seasoned trial attorney who has taken hundreds of cases to verdict and judgment in jury and bench trials in both state and federal court. Catherine has extensive experience representing clients in abuse and neglect claims brought by the Department of Children and Family Services (“DCFS”) both as a public defender and as in-house counsel for the largest private Guardian ad Litem organization in the State of Illinois. She also has extensive experience representing seniors and disabled persons who experienced abuse and neglect in nursing homes and in guardianship proceedings. After going through her own divorce, Cat became interested in pursuing a career in family law and joined the team at Mirabella Kincaid Frederick & Mirabella, LLC as an associate attorney where she now represents clients in divorce proceedings, parentage cases, guardianship matters and claims brought by DCFS.

Sara L. Bendoff

Sara L. Bendoff is a personal injury lawyer who practices in the areas of automobile accident liability, medical malpractice, premises liability, wrongful death, products liability, and insurance coverage. Sara tries cases in the counties of Cook, DuPage, Kane, and Will. Sara is a natural litigator, and her dedication to client advocacy is evident in her tireless work on behalf of individuals and families impacted by personal injury. With a background in negotiation and litigation, Sara’s results-driven mindset has led to numerous favorable outcomes.

Patricia A. Fox

Patricia A. Fox is an associate attorney at Abear Law Offices, concentrating in family law. She received her Bachelor of Science in Business Education from Illinois State University and her Juris Doctor degree from John Marshall Law School. She previously defended personal injury clients and has been practicing almost exclusively in family law since 1997. Patricia is certified to represent children as a Guardian ad Litem, Child’s Representative, and Attorney for the Child in DuPage and Kane Counties. She is also a certified mediator and serves as an arbitrator. She is a recipient of the DuPage Legal Aid Foundation’s Pro Bono Service Award.