Atty. Robert James Cunningham
Robert James Cunningham is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, pharmaceuticals and healthcare and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 59+ Years Experience
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About Robert James Cunningham at a Glance
Robert James Cunningham is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on tax, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1967) and Illinois (1969). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D. New, 1967) and University of Nebraska (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert James Cunningham
- Robert James Cunningham is a lawyer practicing litigation, tax, pharmaceuticals and healthcare and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Nebraska in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Robert practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL
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Robert James Cunningham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James Cunningham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert James Cunningham is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Health Care Law in Chicago
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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 James Cunningham
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 James Cunningham's practice in the field of tax, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert James Cunningham brings 59+ 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 New York and Illinois, Robert James Cunningham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, litigation, and health care, Robert James Cunningham 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 James Cunningham 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 James Cunningham Handles in Chicago
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