Atty. Robert Joseph Pristave

Atty. Robert Joseph Pristave

Robert Joseph Pristave is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, life sciences / biotechnology, healthcare and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

Chicago Chicago 59 yrs experience 59 year
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About Robert Joseph Pristave at a glance

Robert Joseph Pristave is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, education, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1967). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1967) and University of Chicago (A.B., 1964). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Joseph Pristave is a lawyer practicing antitrust / trade law, life sciences / biotechnology, healthcare and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • Robert practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Joseph Pristave's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Education Law

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Health Care Law

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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 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 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 Joseph Pristave

Where is Robert Joseph Pristave's law office located?
Robert Joseph Pristave's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Joseph Pristave handle?
Robert Joseph Pristave focuses on business, m&a, education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Joseph Pristave practiced law?
Robert Joseph Pristave has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did Robert Joseph Pristave go to law school?
Robert Joseph Pristave earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
How can I contact Robert Joseph Pristave for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1967
A.B.
University of Chicago
- 1964

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1967

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