Atty. Robert Leslie Ryken

Atty. Robert Leslie Ryken

Robert Leslie Ryken is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Leslie Ryken at a glance

Robert Leslie Ryken is a probate, estate planning, real estate, and zoning attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1975), and U.S. Tax Court (1985). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1975) and University of South Dakota (B.A., 1972). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Leslie Ryken is a lawyer practicing real estate, zoning, planning and land use, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from University of South Dakota in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Robert practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Leslie Ryken's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Robert Leslie Ryken is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Robert Leslie Ryken is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Robert Leslie Ryken is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Robert Leslie Ryken is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

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 Leslie Ryken

Where is Robert Leslie Ryken's law office located?
Robert Leslie Ryken's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Leslie Ryken handle?
Robert Leslie Ryken focuses on probate, estate planning, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Leslie Ryken practiced law?
Robert Leslie Ryken has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Robert Leslie Ryken go to law school?
Robert Leslie Ryken earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Robert Leslie Ryken for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1975
B.A.
University of South Dakota
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985

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