Atty. Robert A. Handelsman

Atty. Robert A. Handelsman

Robert A. Handelsman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation.

Chicago Chicago 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About Robert A. Handelsman at a glance

Robert A. Handelsman is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Robert Handelsman. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1969). Active member of Chicago and Seventh Circuit Bar Associations Appellate Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert A. Handelsman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Robert practices at Robert Handelsman in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert A. Handelsman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Handelsman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert A. Handelsman

Where is Robert A. Handelsman's law office located?
Robert A. Handelsman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Robert Handelsman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert A. Handelsman handle?
Robert A. Handelsman focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert A. Handelsman practiced law?
Robert A. Handelsman has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Robert A. Handelsman go to law school?
Robert A. Handelsman earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979

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