Atty. Robert Dana Butters

Atty. Robert Dana Butters

Robert Dana Butters is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trade and professional associations, computer and database licensing and 7 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Dana Butters at a glance

Robert Dana Butters is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Arnstein & Lehr LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seven (1979). Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 1977) and Trinity College (B.A., 1973). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Dana Butters is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trade and professional associations, computer and database licensing and 7 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Robert practices at Arnstein & Lehr LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Dana Butters's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Dana Butters

Where is Robert Dana Butters's law office located?
Robert Dana Butters's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Arnstein & Lehr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Dana Butters handle?
Robert Dana Butters focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Dana Butters practiced law?
Robert Dana Butters has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Robert Dana Butters go to law school?
Robert Dana Butters earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Robert Dana Butters for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 1977
B.A.
Trinity College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seven
Admitted: 1979

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