Atty. Robert E. Lehrer
Robert E. Lehrer is a lawyer practicing civil rights litigation, attorneys' fee litigation, mediation.
Attorneys' Fee Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 55+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Lehrer at a Glance
Robert E. Lehrer is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices Robert E. Lehrer. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, and adr. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1971), Vermont (1972), District of Columbia (1973), and Illinois (1973). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1970) and Yale College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations Chicago Council of Lawyers. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Lehrer
- Robert E. Lehrer is a lawyer practicing civil rights litigation, attorneys' fee litigation, mediation
- Robert E. received a B.A. degree from Yale College in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Robert E. practices at Law Offices Robert E. Lehrer in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert E. Lehrer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Lehrer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert E. Lehrer is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Chicago
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Robert E. Lehrer is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert E. Lehrer is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
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 E. Lehrer
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 E. Lehrer's practice in the field of litigation, civil rights, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Lehrer brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Massachusetts, Vermont, and District of Columbia, Robert E. Lehrer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, civil rights, and adr, Robert E. Lehrer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Robert E. Lehrer 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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