Atty. Robert Scott Silver
Robert Scott Silver is a lawyer practicing employment practices defense litigation, labor and employment law, wage & hour compliance and 8 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Employment Practices Defense Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 34+ Years Experience
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About Robert Scott Silver at a Glance
Robert Scott Silver is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, wage & hour, and whistleblower. Admitted to practice in California Northern District of Illinois (1992). Educated at Brandeis University (B.A., 1988) and University of California, Los Angeles J.D. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Scott Silver
- Robert Scott Silver is a lawyer practicing employment practices defense litigation, labor and employment law, wage & hour compliance and 8 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Robert practices in Chicago, IL
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Robert Scott Silver's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Scott Silver handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert Scott Silver is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Wage & Hour Disputes in Chicago
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Whistleblower & Retaliation in Chicago
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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 Scott Silver
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 Scott Silver's practice in the field of criminal defense, employment, business, wage & hour, and whistleblower.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Scott Silver brings 34+ 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 criminal defense, employment, and business, Robert Scott Silver 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 Scott Silver 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 Scott Silver Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Scott Silver 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 Scott Silver directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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