Atty. Robert Sherwin Strauss
Robert Sherwin Strauss is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 26+ Years Experience
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About Robert Sherwin Strauss at a Glance
Robert Sherwin Strauss is a estate planning, business, real estate, and ip attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000) and United States District Court, N.D. Illinois (2000). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Illinois (B.S. Biology, 1995). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Sherwin Strauss
- Robert Sherwin Strauss is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Robert practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Sherwin Strauss's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Sherwin Strauss handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Robert Sherwin Strauss is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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.
Robert Sherwin Strauss is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert Sherwin Strauss is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Intellectual Property in Chicago
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Robert Sherwin Strauss is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →
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 Sherwin Strauss
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 Sherwin Strauss's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Sherwin Strauss brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and United States District Court, N.D. Illinois, Robert Sherwin Strauss can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and real estate, Robert Sherwin Strauss 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 Sherwin Strauss 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 Sherwin Strauss Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert Sherwin Strauss 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 Sherwin Strauss directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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