Atty. Robert A. Carson

Atty. Robert A. Carson

Robert A. Carson is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate litigation, corporate, partnership, closely held business and securities litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert A. Carson at a glance

Robert A. Carson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Gould & Ratner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, construction, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1980). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Illinois (B.S. Business, 1977). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert A. Carson is a lawyer practicing litigation, real estate litigation, corporate, partnership, closely held business and securities litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Robert practices at Gould & Ratner LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert A. Carson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Carson 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Construction Law

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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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 Robert A. Carson

Where is Robert A. Carson's law office located?
Robert A. Carson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Gould & Ratner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert A. Carson handle?
Robert A. Carson focuses on business, real estate, ip, construction, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert A. Carson practiced law?
Robert A. Carson has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Robert A. Carson go to law school?
Robert A. Carson earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S. Business, 1977).
How can I contact Robert A. Carson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1980
B.S. Business
University of Illinois
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1980

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