It is with deep sadness that I share the sudden passing of our founder, colleague, dear friend, John N. Bielski II on October 20, 2025.  John was a beloved husband of Erin Bielski and loving father of John N. Bielski III.

John dedicated his personal and professional life to helping others. Through Bielski Chapman, he built a reputation for integrity, compassion, and excellence in the law. He approached each of our clients’ matters with care and commitment.  This year marks the 15th anniversary of the firm, and we are devastated at the tragic timing of this loss.

John founded something remarkable on his own, but he was never alone along the way. John and I lead our firm with love and a deep respect for the people who helped us along the way.  John was lifted up and supported by others throughout his life: childhood, high school, college, and law school friends, his colleagues and friends in BNI and the Illinois Bar of Attorneys, and his community through the Catholic Church. He believed deeply in paying that support forward, offering mentorship and opportunities to younger generations seeking a path into professional life, especially for women, LGBTQ and gender expansive folks, and people of color.

John’s belief in opportunity, community, and commitment to serving others and will remain at the heart of our work.

Visitation for John will be held at Sullivan Funeral Homes on 
Saturday October 25, 2025 from 2-6pm

Sullivan Funeral Homes
60 South Grant Street Hinsdale, IL 60521

Mass will be held on Monday October 27, 2025 at 10:00am 

St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church
306 W 4th St, Hinsdale, IL 60521

John’s loss leaves an immeasurable void in our firm and in the lives of all who knew him. We are committed to continuing the work and values he poured into every aspect of Bielski Chapman, Ltd.