Atty. Richard E. Lieberman
Richard E. Lieberman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, labor & employment, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Richard E. Lieberman at a Glance
Richard E. Lieberman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment, business, ip, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1971) and Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Circu (1975). Educated at University of Cincinnati College of Law (J.D., 1971) and Miami University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E. Lieberman
- Richard E. Lieberman is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, labor & employment, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
- Richard E. received a B.A. degree from Miami University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Richard E. practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Richard E. Lieberman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Lieberman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Richard E. Lieberman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Richard E. Lieberman is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Richard E. Lieberman is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Chicago
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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 Richard E. Lieberman
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 Richard E. Lieberman's practice in the field of employment, business, ip, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E. Lieberman brings 55+ 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 Ohio and Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Circu, Richard E. Lieberman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and ip, Richard E. Lieberman 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 Richard E. Lieberman 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 Richard E. Lieberman Handles in Chicago
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