Atty. Robert Jay Minkus

Atty. Robert Jay Minkus

Robert Jay Minkus is a lawyer practicing mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, securities, corporate governance and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Jay Minkus at a glance

Robert Jay Minkus is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, tax, m&a, securities, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1980) and Illinois (1984). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1979) and Yale University (B.A. History, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Robert Jay Minkus is a lawyer practicing mergers, acquisitions and divestitures, securities, corporate governance and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Jay Minkus's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Robert Jay Minkus is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Securities Law

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Jay Minkus

Where is Robert Jay Minkus's law office located?
Robert Jay Minkus's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Jay Minkus handle?
Robert Jay Minkus focuses on business, tax, m&a, securities, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Jay Minkus practiced law?
Robert Jay Minkus has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert Jay Minkus go to law school?
Robert Jay Minkus earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A. History, 1976).
How can I contact Robert Jay Minkus for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Jay Minkus 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 Jay Minkus received?
Robert Jay Minkus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1979
B.A. History
Yale University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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