Meet the OnderLaw Lead Asbestos Attorneys
The attorneys leading the OnderLaw Asbestos Exposure Team have a combined decades of experience helping clients navigate complex asbestos exposure claims resulting in successful outcomes.
John F. Theil
John F. Theil is an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in complex litigation, specializing in mesothelioma, asbestos-related lung cancer, personal injury, and plaintiff's commercial litigation. With over 23 years of legal practice, John has established himself as a formidable litigator, consistently delivering outstanding results for his clients.
Born and raised in Nebraska, John's strong work ethic was instilled in him from an early age. After completing high school, he served five years in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he learned the values of discipline, dedication, and perseverance. Following his honorable discharge, John embarked on a journey to expand his education, knowledge and skills in business management and law.
Prior to joining OnderLaw, John excelled as a top producing partner at a renowned national asbestos litigation firm for five years. During this time, he continually worked hard to obtain great case results, which netted his clients above-average settlements in their asbestos related injury cases. His track record of success is a testament to his unwavering commitment to securing maximum recoveries for his clients.
John began his legal career as a complex commercial litigator, gaining invaluable experience handling plaintiff and defense cases across various state and federal courts throughout the country where he represented clients in high-stakes cases and achieved numerous multi-million-dollar verdicts and judgments. This diverse background equipped him with the versatility to navigate all aspects of a case, from client engagement and case workup to pre-trial, trial, appellate, and settlement proceedings.
As a team leader, John provides invaluable guidance to attorneys, paralegals, and support staff, fostering a collaborative environment that maximizes results. His leadership skills and wealth of experience make him a trusted advocate for his clients, particularly those affected by asbestos-related diseases. John's deep understanding and immediate connection with hard-working blue-collar clients stem from his military experience, and personal work history as a construction laborer, roofer, automotive and motorcycle mechanic, and an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic.
Ryan G. Dickherber
Ryan Dickherber joined OnderLaw in 2023 following more than a decade of experience in representing individuals who have developed cancer as a result of exposures to asbestos or other hazardous chemicals. Before joining OnderLaw, he established himself as a respected lawyer in product liability litigation.
Ryan excels in every aspect of his cases from conducting depositions, arguing motions, negotiating settlements, and trial. He has litigated cases in multiple jurisdictions including California, Illinois, Missouri, New York, Pennsylvania, and others resulting in millions of dollars of recovery against some of the largest corporations in the United States.
Ryan's proven track record of success has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America and The National Trial Lawyers. In 2022, Ryan was recognized as one of the best personal injury lawyers in St. Louis, Missouri by The Best Lawyers in America. He has been honored by The National Trial Lawyers as Top 40 under 40 and Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Lawyers. Ryan is an engaged member of legal associations, including the Missouri Association of Trial Lawyers and Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis.
