Atty. Robert Steven Markin
Robert Steven Markin is a lawyer practicing class action, insurance litigation and coverage, product liability and toxic torts and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Class Action & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 42+ Years Experience
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About Robert Steven Markin at a Glance
Robert Steven Markin is a class action, zoning, product liability, litigation, and government attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1987), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1994). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1984) and Brown University (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Steven Markin
- Robert Steven Markin is a lawyer practicing class action, insurance litigation and coverage, product liability and toxic torts and 3 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Robert practices in Chicago, IL
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Robert Steven Markin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Steven Markin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Class Action in Chicago
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Land Use & Zoning in Chicago
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Product Liability in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law 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 Steven Markin
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 Steven Markin's practice in the field of class action, zoning, product liability, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Steven Markin brings 42+ 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, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Robert Steven Markin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering class action, zoning, and product liability, Robert Steven Markin 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 Steven Markin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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