Atty. Robert James Labate
Robert James Labate is a lawyer practicing privacy law, media, communications and entertainment, entertainment law and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Yale College, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Entertainment Law & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 43+ Years Experience
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About Robert James Labate at a Glance
Robert James Labate is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on litigation, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), New Mexico U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995), and California (2017). Educated at Case Western Reserve University School of Law J.D. (—) and Yale College B.A. History (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association American Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert James Labate
- Robert James Labate is a lawyer practicing privacy law, media, communications and entertainment, entertainment law and 2 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Yale College, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Robert practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, IL
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Robert James Labate's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James Labate 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 James Labate is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Chicago
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
Robert James Labate is one of 45,619 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Illinois →
Internet & Cyber Law in Chicago
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
Robert James Labate is one of 17,826 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet 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 James Labate
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 Labate's practice in the field of litigation, entertainment, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert James Labate brings 43+ 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 Illinois, New Mexico U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and California, Robert James Labate can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, entertainment, and internet, Robert James Labate 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 Labate 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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