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Robert H. "Bob" Riley

Chicago, IL

Trusted class action attorney serving Chicago.

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Robert H. "Bob" Riley is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability.

Based in
Chicago, ILLINOIS
Experience
attorney
Known for
Class Action · Product Liability
  • Handles Class Action and Product Liability matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Chicago) (2021).

About Robert H. "Bob" Riley: Robert H. "Bob" Riley is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability.

Areas of practice

Practice focus

Robert H. "Bob" Riley represents clients in Chicago, Illinois across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

Biography

About Robert H. "Bob" Riley

Bob Riley is a trial lawyer. He has tried a broad array of complex, high-stakes cases and has argued appeals in state and federal courts across the country. His practice focuses on product liability, mass torts, and environmental cases; class actions; and general commercial litigation.

Bob’s appellate work has given rise to over forty reported decisions concerning trial consolidations, punitive damages, civil conspiracy, class certification, and constitutional interpretation. He litigated mass tort and property damage cases following the events of 9/11 in New York City. As his honors and awards attest, he is considered a true leader in his field.

When he is not in the courtroom, Bob helps clients manage the risks associated with high-stakes litigation. He has spent decades creating and implementing national litigation strategies and helping public companies deal with their disclosure obligations concerning significant litigation problems.

Bob is the Lead of the firm’s Appeals Practice Team.

Credentials

Education

  • University of Chicago

    J.D. · 1978

  • Denison University

    B.A. · 1975

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • Illinois, Illinois S

    ACTIVE

  • Wisconsin, Wisconsin

    ACTIVE

Recognition

Awards & honors

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Chicago)

    2021

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Chicago)

    2019

  • Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (Chicago)

    2017

  • Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (Chicago)

    2016

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon Inc.

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — (2023-2025)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon Hall of Fame

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — (2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Illinois Leading Lawyer

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Law Bulletin Media Leading Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — (2003-2010, 2012-2025)

    2026

Locations

Office locations

Main office

1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200

Chicago, Illinois 60603

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  • What areas of law does Robert H. "Bob" Riley practice?

    Robert H. "Bob" Riley focuses on Class Action and Product Liability.

  • Where is Robert H. "Bob" Riley located?

    Robert H. "Bob" Riley primarily serves clients in Chicago, Illinois, with an office at 1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200.

  • Is Robert H. "Bob" Riley a verified attorney?

    Robert H. "Bob" Riley's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.

  • How can I schedule a consultation with Robert H. "Bob" Riley?

    You can book a consultation through LawyersListed directly from this page. Initial outreach can also be made by phone at 312-471-8700.