Atty. Robert William Gettleman

Atty. Robert William Gettleman

Robert William Gettleman is a lawyer. Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Chicago Chicago 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (312) 675-8296

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About Robert William Gettleman at a glance

Robert William Gettleman is a Dist. J. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1982). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1968) and Boston University (B.S.B.A., 1965). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert William Gettleman is a lawyer
  • Robert received a B.S.B.A. degree from Boston University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Robert practices in Chicago, IL

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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 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.

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Robert William Gettleman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Robert William Gettleman has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
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Robert William Gettleman earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.S.B.A., 1965).
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1968
B.S.B.A.
Boston University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1982

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