Atty. Richard William Austin

Atty. Richard William Austin

Richard William Austin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business law, antitrust litigation. Richard received a B.A. degree from Denison University in 1952, and has been licensed for 71 years.

Chicago Chicago 71 yrs experience 71 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard William Austin at a glance

Richard William Austin is a business and litigation attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 71+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1955. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1955). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1955) and Denison University (B.A., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard William Austin is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, business law, antitrust litigation
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Denison University in 1952, and has been licensed for 71 years
  • Richard practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard William Austin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard William Austin 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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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Common questions about Richard William Austin

Where is Richard William Austin's law office located?
Richard William Austin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard William Austin handle?
Richard William Austin focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard William Austin practiced law?
Richard William Austin has 71+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1955.
Where did Richard William Austin go to law school?
Richard William Austin earned their education at (J.D., 1955); (B.A., 1952).
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What awards or recognition has Richard William Austin received?
Richard William Austin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1955
B.A.
Denison University
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1955

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