Atty. Robert Hunter Howerton

Atty. Robert Hunter Howerton

Robert Hunter Howerton is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury, workers compensation, insurance bad faith and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Marion Marion 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Hunter Howerton at a glance

Robert Hunter Howerton is a Member based in Marion, Illinois, practicing at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit a (1968). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1968) and Southern Illinois University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Williamson County and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Judges Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Marion, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert Hunter Howerton is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury, workers compensation, insurance bad faith and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Robert practices at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm in Marion, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Hunter Howerton's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Robert Hunter Howerton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Robert Hunter Howerton is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Robert Hunter Howerton is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

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 Marion 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 Hunter Howerton

Where is Robert Hunter Howerton's law office located?
Robert Hunter Howerton's law practice is located in Marion, Illinois. The firm is Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Hunter Howerton handle?
Robert Hunter Howerton focuses on personal injury, workers comp, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Hunter Howerton practiced law?
Robert Hunter Howerton has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Robert Hunter Howerton go to law school?
Robert Hunter Howerton earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Robert Hunter Howerton for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Hunter Howerton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Hunter Howerton received?
Robert Hunter Howerton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1968
B.A.
Southern Illinois University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit a
Admitted: 1968

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