Atty. Robert B. Ulrich
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Workers' Compensation Litigation Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 46+ Years Experience
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About Robert B. Ulrich at a Glance
Robert B. Ulrich is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Rusin Law, Ltd.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at DePaul Law School (J.D., 1980) and DePaul University (B.S. Business, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Management Chairman, Workers' Compensation, Labor and Employment Law Sections, 1992-1995, American Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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Awards
AV Preeminent Peer Rated This elite award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for their very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 4.5 or higher. About AwardsClient Champion Awards
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Martindale Peer Awards
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AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Robert B. Ulrich got this award in 2021
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Awards
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Client’s Choice: The Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
Practice Areas Explained
Robert B. Ulrich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert B. Ulrich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Workers Compensation in Chicago
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Robert B. Ulrich
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert B. Ulrich's practice in the field of workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert B. Ulrich brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means Robert B. Ulrich's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Robert B. Ulrich attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert B. Ulrich Handles in Chicago
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