Atty. Robert S. Libman

Atty. Robert S. Libman

Robert Libman is an experienced civil litigator who joined Miner, Barnhill & Galland in 2004 after more than a dozen years in the Civil Rights Division of the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., and a two-year federal judicial clerkship.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Robert S. Libman at a glance

Robert S. Libman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Miner Barnhill Galland P C. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1988), District of Columbia (1991), U.S. Supreme Court (1994), and Illinois (2004). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D. Honors, 1988) and Stanford University (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association National Employment Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Libman is an experienced civil litigator who joined Miner, Barnhill & Galland in 2004 after more than a dozen years in the Civil Rights Division of the U.S
  • Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., and a two-year federal judicial clerkship
  • He has more than three decades of experience representing private parties and government clients as plaintiffs in a wide array of complex civil litigation in the public interest, including false claims, consumer protection, civil rights, and environmental litigation
  • Bob is client-oriented, working closely and collaboratively with each of his clients to determine her or his goals and developing strategies to achieve them
  • More than anything, Bob views his role as a problem-solver, presenting options to each of his clients that identify risks and benefits based on his experience so that each client may make an informed judgment about how best to achieve her or his goals

Practice Areas Explained

Robert S. Libman's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 S. Libman

Where is Robert S. Libman's law office located?
Robert S. Libman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Miner Barnhill Galland P C. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert S. Libman handle?
Robert S. Libman focuses on employment, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert S. Libman practiced law?
Robert S. Libman has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Robert S. Libman go to law school?
Robert S. Libman earned their education at (J.D. Honors, 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Robert S. Libman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert S. Libman received?
Robert S. Libman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Honors
Stanford Law School
- 1988
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994
Illinois
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar
Admitted: 2004
Hawaii
Admitted: 2007
Indiana
Admitted: 2011

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