Atty. Rafael E. Lazaro
Rafael E. Lazaro is a lawyer practicing class action, arbitration, litigation and 5 other areas of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Rafael E. Lazaro at a Glance
Rafael E. Lazaro is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Lázaro Law Group. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, employment, ssd, class action, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Puerto Rico (2000), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (2000), U.S. District Court, District of Puerto Rico (2001), and Illinois (2004). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 2000) and Cornell University (B.A., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American (Member, Labor and Employment Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rafael E. Lazaro
- Rafael E. Lazaro is a lawyer practicing class action, arbitration, litigation and 5 other areas of law
- Rafael received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1997, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Rafael practices at Lázaro Law Group in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Rafael E. Lazaro's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rafael E. Lazaro handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Sexual Harassment in Chicago
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Rafael E. Lazaro is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Social Security Disability in Chicago
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
Rafael E. Lazaro is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Illinois →
Class Action in Chicago
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Employment Contracts in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Rafael E. Lazaro
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Rafael E. Lazaro's practice in the field of sexual harassment, employment, ssd, class action, and employment contracts.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rafael E. Lazaro brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Puerto Rico, U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit, and U.S. District Court, District of Puerto Rico, Rafael E. Lazaro can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering sexual harassment, employment, and ssd, Rafael E. Lazaro can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Rafael E. Lazaro attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Rafael E. Lazaro Handles in Chicago
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