Atty. Robert Leonard Shuftan

Atty. Robert Leonard Shuftan

Robert Leonard Shuftan is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, commercial litigation, toxic tort and 6 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 47 years.

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About Robert Leonard Shuftan at a glance

Robert Leonard Shuftan is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Cour (1979). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.A. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships American Bar Association (Member, Litigation and Law Practice Management Sections) Board of Advisors, Center on Lawyers and the Professional Services Industry, Harvard Law School Pipeline Committee, Leadership Council on Legal Diversity. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Leonard Shuftan is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, commercial litigation, toxic tort and 6 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Robert practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Leonard Shuftan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Leonard Shuftan 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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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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 Leonard Shuftan

Where is Robert Leonard Shuftan's law office located?
Robert Leonard Shuftan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Leonard Shuftan handle?
Robert Leonard Shuftan focuses on personal injury, business, class action, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Leonard Shuftan practiced law?
Robert Leonard Shuftan has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Robert Leonard Shuftan go to law school?
Robert Leonard Shuftan earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (—).
How can I contact Robert Leonard Shuftan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Leonard Shuftan received?
Robert Leonard Shuftan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1979
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.A. summa cum laude
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois Supreme Court of Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Cour
Admitted: 1979

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