Atty. R. Lee Discher

Atty. R. Lee Discher

Lee Discher is a corporate partner in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. His practice focuses on representing corporate borrowers, private equity sponsors, banks, and other financial institutions in connection with complex business transactions.

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Profile Summary

About R. Lee Discher at a glance

R. Lee Discher is a business attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston Taylor LLP. Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 2014) and Georgia Institute of Technology (—, 2010). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Lee Discher is a corporate partner in the Chicago office of Kirkland & Ellis LLP. His practice focuses on representing corporate borrowers, private equity sponsors, banks, and other financial institutions in connection with complex business transactions

Practice Areas Explained

R. Lee Discher's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases R. Lee Discher 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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Jurisdictional Context

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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

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Where is R. Lee Discher's law office located?
R. Lee Discher's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston Taylor LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Lee Discher handle?
R. Lee Discher focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did R. Lee Discher go to law school?
R. Lee Discher earned their education at (J.D., 2014); (—, 2010).
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What awards or recognition has R. Lee Discher received?
R. Lee Discher's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Education

J.D.
Mercer University
- 2014
Georgia Institute of Technology
- 2010

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026

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