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We cultivate a collaborative, inclusive culture where our team shares knowledge and stays informed on legal developments. We value diversity, as different perspectives strengthen our ability to solve problems and advocate effectively. Beyond our legal services, we prioritize building relationships through internal events that promote camaraderie and a positive environment. This culture empowers us to deliver exceptional legal services and contributions to our clients and communities.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Announcement

The diversity amongst our attorneys and employees has always been something that Robbins Schwartz prides itself on and has valued as a diverse workplace enhances our practice and better serves clients throughout Illinois.

Yet there has always been more to do. Starting in 2020, the Firm made a significant commitment to not only increasing the diversity amongst Robbins Schwartz’s employees, but also making sure to focus on the equity and inclusion components so that our employees feel part of one team and have meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement.

To that end, Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leadership Committee consisting of:

This committee, comprised of a diverse group of attorneys and other professionals in different areas of the Firm, will lead Robbins Schwartz’s DEI efforts. The DEI Leadership Committee will provide guidance to the Firm’s management about strategies for continuing to improve the diversity, inclusion, and equity within our firm, and will also lead various subcommittees related to recruitment and retention, cultural events and awareness, and scholarships and community involvement.

Robbins Schwartz Announces Partner Promotion

Zaria N. Udeh concentrates her practice in the area of education law focusing in the areas of special education and students issues. Zaria counsels school districts with respect to IEP…

Our Statement on Equal Justice

As lawyers we are keenly aware of and motivated by the idea of justice.  It is our duty to uphold the law. Central to this principle is the fundamental requirement of…

Howard Metz Joins Illinois ASBO’s Service Associate Advisory Committee

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that Howard Metz was selected to be on the Illinois ASBO Service Associate Advisory Committee (SAAC). The SAAC serves Illinois ASBO by providing input from a company…

Robbins Schwartz Announces Partner Promotion

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that associate Matthew J. Gardner has been named partner.

Guy C. Hall Appointed to Serve as Member on Two 2018-2019 ISBA Councils

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that Guy C. Hall, a partner at the firm’s Champaign office, has been appointed by James F. McCluskey, the Illinois State Bar Association’s President-Elect,…

Robbins Schwartz Attorneys Named in Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2018 Lists

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that two of our attorneys have been selected for the inclusion in the Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2018 lists. 2018 Illinois Super…

Robbins Schwartz Announces Partner Promotions

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that associate M. Neal Smith, Jr., and associate Nikoleta Lamprinakos have been named partners. 

Robbins Schwartz Announces Partner Promotion

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that Catherine Locallo has been named Partner. Catie’s practice focuses on labor and employment law and board governance matters. Catie joined Robbins Schwartz as an attorney in 2009…

Robbins Schwartz Attorneys Named in Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2017 Lists

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce that three of our attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the Illinois Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2017 lists.        …

Robbins Schwartz Partners with Illinois ASBO

Robbins Schwartz is pleased to announce a partnership with Illinois ASBO for our Fall 2015 School Administrators’ and Purchasing & Construction Conferences. Attendees will receive Professional Development “PD” Clock Hours. 
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