Atty. Robert John Ross

Atty. Robert John Ross

We help clients navigate the sometimes confusing world of estate planning, helping them avoid paying unnecessary taxes, costs, and fees so that more assets pass efficiently and quickly to enrich the lives of their loved ones or support their favored causes. We design our plans to be enforceable and clear, with a goal of minimizing disputes over our client’s hard-earned legacies.

Inverness Inverness 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert John Ross at a glance

Robert John Ross is a Member based in Inverness, Illinois, practicing at Ross Law Firm Ltd.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, contracts, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois Supreme Court (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court (1996). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1980) and Triton College (A.D. Triton, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association, Northwest Suburban Bar Association. Serands clients in Inverness, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • We help clients navigate the sometimes confusing world of estate planning, helping them avoid paying unnecessary taxes, costs, and fees so that more assets pass efficiently and quickly to enrich the lives of their loved ones or support their favored causes
  • We design our plans to be enforceable and clear, with a goal of minimizing disputes over our client’s hard-earned legacies
  • Bob has 43 years of experience as a practicing lawyer and works with his sons, fellow Illinois attorneys Patrick and Daniel
  • We thoughtfully counsel and represent persons keeping in mind that each client is important
  • We are sensitive to the need to minimize overall fees and costs

Practice Areas Explained

Robert John Ross's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert John Ross handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Contracts

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Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Inverness are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert John Ross

Where is Robert John Ross's law office located?
Robert John Ross's law practice is located in Inverness, Illinois. The firm is Ross Law Firm Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert John Ross handle?
Robert John Ross focuses on wills, trusts, contracts, probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert John Ross practiced law?
Robert John Ross has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert John Ross go to law school?
Robert John Ross earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.D. Triton, 1975).
How can I contact Robert John Ross for a consultation?
You can contact Robert John Ross directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert John Ross received?
Robert John Ross's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Estate Administration Trusts and Estates Wills And Trusts Breach of Contract Closely Held Business Estate Planning Closely Held Business Law Confidentiality Agreements Contested Trusts And Estates Contested Wills Covenants Not To Compete Decedents Estates Emerging Business Law Emerging Growth Companies Employee Stock Ownership Plans Employee Stock Ownership Trusts Employment Breach Of Contract Equipment Finance Estate Litigation Estate Planning Estate Planning For Parents Of Handicapped Children Estate Planning For The Disabled Estate Planning For The Elderly Estate Planning For Unmarried Couples Estate Settlements Family Business Law Family Business Mediation Family Business Successions Family Limited Partnerships Family Partnerships Family Trusts Family Wealth Transfer Fiduciary Law Fiduciary Liability General Practice Inheritance International Estate Planning International Trusts International Trusts And Estates Joint Ventures Labor and Employment Limited Liability Company Law Limited Liability Partnerships Limited Partnerships Living Trusts Living Wills Partnership Dissolution Partnership Formation Partnership Law Partnership Organization Partnership Syndication Partnership Taxation Pass Through Entities Personal Planning Pet Trusts Powers Of Attorney Privatization Probate Probate Administration Probate Taxation Professional Practices Retirement Planning Sole Proprietorships Special Needs Trusts Strategic Alliances Successions Tax Planning Trust Administration Trust And Estate Collections Trust Law Trust Planning Trusts Trusts And Estates Taxation Unclaimed Property Wealth Preservation Wills Wills & Living Wills

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1980
A.D. Triton
Triton College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996

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