Atty. Robert Michael Star
Robert Michael Star is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud, public and affordable housing and 13 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Financial Markets And Services & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 53+ Years Experience
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About Robert Michael Star at a Glance
Robert Michael Star is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kutak Rock LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on tax, securities, consumer, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of California, Berkeley (B.A., 1967). Active member of Memberships and Affiliations National Association of Bond Lawyers Chicago Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Michael Star
- Robert Michael Star is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, securities & investment fraud, public and affordable housing and 13 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Robert practices at Kutak Rock LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Michael Star's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Michael Star handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Securities Law in Chicago
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Consumer Protection in Chicago
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Elder Law in Chicago
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Robert Michael Star
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert Michael Star's practice in the field of tax, securities, consumer, elder law, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Michael Star brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, securities, and consumer, Robert Michael Star can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Robert Michael Star attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Michael Star Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Michael Star has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Michael Star directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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