Blake James Kolesa

Blake James Kolesa

Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila, LLP • Chicago, IL
Lawsuits & DisputesProduct Liability and Mass Torts

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Contact

Email
Phone
(844) 726-0888
Address
Chicago, IL, US

Professional

About

A litigator with experience on both the plaintiff’s and defense sides of complex cases, Blake Kolesa represents businesses facing class action and other high-stakes matters. Clients value the communication strengths Blake brings to his work engaging and examining expert witnesses and demonstrates in explaining complex legal concepts related to product liability and mass torts in clear and understandable terms. Working with his clients through every stage of litigation, Blake offers perspective and insights gained from his experience externing in chancery and appellate courts and working on legal teams handling criminal and civil matters in state and federal trial courts. He also counsels clients on regulatory compliance and how to avoid product liability litigation and product recall.

Credentials

Education
2021 Loyola University Chicago School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 2018 Northwestern University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Associations
2021 - Present Illinois State Bar Association Attorney Member 2021 - Present Chicago Bar Association Attorney Member 2021 - Present Chicago Bar Association - Young Lawyers' Division Attorney Member 2018 - Present Northwestern Alumni Association Executive Vice President, Marching & Band Alumni
Updated: Mar 08, 2026