Atty. Richard M. Waris

Atty. Richard M. Waris

Richard M. Waris is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, employer liability, civil rights and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard M. Waris at a glance

Richard M. Waris is an Equity Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Pretzel & Stouffer Chartered. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, securities, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, General and Trial bars U.S. Dist (1980). Educated at St. Louis University/University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1980) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard M. Waris is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, employer liability, civil rights and 8 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Richard practices at Pretzel & Stouffer Chartered in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard M. Waris's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Richard M. Waris is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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Product Liability

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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. Waris

Where is Richard M. Waris's law office located?
Richard M. Waris's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Pretzel & Stouffer Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard M. Waris handle?
Richard M. Waris focuses on medical malpractice, employment, business, securities, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard M. Waris practiced law?
Richard M. Waris has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Richard M. Waris go to law school?
Richard M. Waris earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Richard M. Waris for a consultation?
You can contact Richard M. Waris 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 Richard M. Waris received?
Richard M. Waris's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
St. Louis University/University of Notre Dame
- 1980
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, General and Trial bars U.S. Dist
Admitted: 1980

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