Atty. Roger Lee Taylor

Atty. Roger Lee Taylor

Roger Lee Taylor is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation. Roger received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1963, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Chicago Chicago 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Roger Lee Taylor at a glance

Roger Lee Taylor is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1971) and Knox College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Roger Lee Taylor is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation
  • Roger received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1963, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Roger practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Roger Lee Taylor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Roger Lee Taylor handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Roger Lee Taylor is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Roger Lee Taylor

Where is Roger Lee Taylor's law office located?
Roger Lee Taylor's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Roger Lee Taylor handle?
Roger Lee Taylor focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Roger Lee Taylor practiced law?
Roger Lee Taylor has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Roger Lee Taylor go to law school?
Roger Lee Taylor earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Roger Lee Taylor for a consultation?
You can contact Roger Lee Taylor 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 Roger Lee Taylor received?
Roger Lee Taylor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1971
B.A.
Knox College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1971

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