Atty. Robert T. Newman

Atty. Robert T. Newman

About Robert T. Newman View website Awards Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4.

Chicago Chicago 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert T. Newman at a glance

Robert T. Newman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Rusin Law, Ltd.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on workers comp and litigation. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1976), Illinois (1978), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1976) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chicago Bar Association Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Rated This award is granted to attorneys who have been recognized by their peers for very high ethical standards, with an average peer review score of 3.0 to 4.4. About Awards

Client Champion Awards

Client Champion awards recognize those attorneys who excel at service as affirmed by their clients. The awards, based on the quantity and quality of an attorney’s Martindale-Hubbell client reviews, demonstrate an ongoing commitment to delivering excellent client service. Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Martindale Peer Awards

A lawyer who receives a minimum threshold of qualifying responses from fellow attorneys can qualify for one of three prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Ratings:

AV Preeminent®: The highest peer rating standard. This rating signifies a large number of the lawyer’s peers rank him or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.

Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Robert T. Newman got this award in 2021

Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.

Avvo Awards

Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A, publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.

Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.

Practice Areas Explained

Robert T. Newman's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Robert T. Newman is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert T. Newman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

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 T. Newman

Where is Robert T. Newman's law office located?
Robert T. Newman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Rusin Law, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert T. Newman handle?
Robert T. Newman focuses on workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert T. Newman practiced law?
Robert T. Newman has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert T. Newman go to law school?
Robert T. Newman earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Robert T. Newman for a consultation?
You can contact Robert T. Newman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert T. Newman received?
Robert T. Newman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1976
B.A.
Johns Hopkins University
- 1973

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1976
Illinois
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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