Atty. Robert E. Lessman
Robert E. Lessman is a lawyer practicing construction & development, litigation, employment & labor.
Construction / Development & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 54+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Lessman at a Glance
Robert E. Lessman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Amundsen Davis, LLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1972). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1972) and St. Norbert College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Lessman
- Robert E. Lessman is a lawyer practicing construction & development, litigation, employment & labor
- Robert received a B.A. degree from St. Norbert College in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
- Robert practices at Amundsen Davis, LLC in Chicago, IL
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Robert E. Lessman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Lessman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert E. Lessman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
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 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. Lessman
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. Lessman's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Lessman brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Robert E. Lessman 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. Lessman 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 E. Lessman Handles in Chicago
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