Atty. Robert Michael Karton
Robert Michael Karton is a lawyer practicing general civil trial in state and federal courts, commercial law, estate planning and 11 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 61 years.
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Robert Michael Karton is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Robert M. Karton, Ltd.. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1965), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1965), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1965), and Florida (1980). Educated at DePaul University J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.S. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Robert Michael Karton is a lawyer practicing general civil trial in state and federal courts, commercial law, estate planning and 11 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 61 years
- Robert practices at Robert M. Karton, Ltd. in Chicago, IL
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Robert Michael Karton is one of 115,645 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Robert Michael Karton is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert Michael Karton is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert Michael Karton is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 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.
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