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Atty. Richard M. Karr

Atty. Richard M. Karr

Richard M. Karr is a lawyer practicing franchises and franchising, general practice, insurance defense.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard M. Karr at a glance

Richard M. Karr is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Gordon & Karr LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1985). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1974). Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard M. Karr is a lawyer practicing franchises and franchising, general practice, insurance defense
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard practices at Gordon & Karr LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard M. Karr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard M. Karr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 Richard M. Karr

Where is Richard M. Karr's law office located?
Richard M. Karr's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Gordon & Karr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard M. Karr handle?
Richard M. Karr focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard M. Karr practiced law?
Richard M. Karr has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard M. Karr go to law school?
Richard M. Karr earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Richard M. Karr for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago Kent College of Law
- 1980
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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