Atty. Robert Lawrence Thompson

Atty. Robert Lawrence Thompson

Robert Lawrence Thompson is a lawyer. Robert received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Chicago Chicago 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Robert Lawrence Thompson at a glance

Robert Lawrence Thompson is an Assoc. Reg. Coun. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976), Wisconsin (1983), and Michigan (1990). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1989) and Wayne State University (B.S. Wayne, 1981). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Lawrence Thompson is a lawyer
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1981, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Robert practices in Chicago, IL

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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Robert Lawrence Thompson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert Lawrence Thompson practiced law?
Robert Lawrence Thompson has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
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Robert Lawrence Thompson earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Wayne, 1981).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1989
B.S. Wayne
Wayne State University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983
Michigan
Admitted: 1990

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