Robert J. Cooney, Jr., Class Action Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
focused on Class Action and Product Liability
Chicago, IL
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Robert J. Cooney, Jr. is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Cooney & Conway LLP.
- 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 — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (Chicago) (2025).
About Robert J. Cooney, Jr.: Robert J. Cooney, Jr. is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Cooney & Conway LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on class action and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robert takes class action matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robert takes product liability matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert J. Cooney, Jr. — class action lawyer in Chicago
Robert J. Cooney, Jr. is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Class Action and Product Liability. Currently practicing at Cooney & Conway LLP.
Robert J. Cooney, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs.
Robert J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Robert handles class action matters
Robert J. Cooney, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs. Robert J., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Robert J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action and product liability matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Loyola University Chicago
J.D. · 1978
Robert studied at J.D. in Loyola University Chicago.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Loyola University Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Robert has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (Chicago)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (Chicago)
2023
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (Chicago) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (Chicago) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Robert J. Cooney, Jr.'s office in Chicago
Robert's primary office is at 191 North Wacker Dr Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois, 60606. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cooney & Conway LLP
191 North Wacker Dr Suite 1500
Chicago, Illinois 60606
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How to hire Robert J. Cooney, Jr. — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert J. Cooney, Jr.
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple class action matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Robert is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new class action clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Class Action attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Robert handles class action matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified class action attorneys in that community.
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