Atty. Robert Peter Nessen

Atty. Robert Peter Nessen

Robert Peter Nessen is a lawyer practicing litigation. Robert Peter received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Chicago Chicago 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Robert Peter Nessen at a glance

Robert Peter Nessen is an U.S. Dept. of Labor - Off. of the Solicitor based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1996), Illinois (1997), and Vermont (1999). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1996) and Vassar College (B.A. Mathematics, 1990). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Peter Nessen is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Robert Peter received a B.A. degree from Vassar College in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Robert Peter practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Peter Nessen's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Chicago 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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Where is Robert Peter Nessen's law office located?
Robert Peter Nessen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Peter Nessen handle?
Robert Peter Nessen focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Peter Nessen practiced law?
Robert Peter Nessen has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Robert Peter Nessen go to law school?
Robert Peter Nessen earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Mathematics, 1990).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1996
B.A. Mathematics
Vassar College
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
Illinois
Admitted: 1997
Vermont
Admitted: 1999

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