James P. "Jim" Gaughan

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

3+ years experience

Updated: Dec 30, 2025

Contact Information

312-471-8700

https://www.rshc-law.com/attorneys/attorney/james-p.-gaughan

1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200 Chicago IL US

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Bio

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Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Practice Area: Litigation - Insurance
Practice Area: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Award for Excellence in Pro Bono Service and Public Interest Service, United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois and the Chicago Bar Chapter of the Federal Bar Association
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers (Commercial Litigation, 2022-2023)
Illinois Leading Lawyer in Class Actions/Mass Tort Defense Law and Commercial Litigation, Law Bulletin Media Leading Lawyers (2013-2022)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2022

Education

Loyola University Chicago, J.D., cum laude, graduated 1990
University of Chicago, B.A., Economics, with honors, graduated 1987

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Reviews

Raymond Robinson

2 weeks ago

Expert Guidance in Litigation

Jim Gaughan provided exceptional legal counsel during a complex insurance dispute. His deep knowledge of commercial litigation, particularly in insurance-related cases, was evident from our first consultation. He skillfully navigated the intricacies of our claim, leveraging his recognized expertise in mass tort and class action defenses to secure a favorable outcome. Jim's strategic approach, combined with his ability to explain legal complexities in clear terms, made the process far less daunting. His educational background from Loyola University and University of Chicago is reflected in his sharp analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail. I highly recommend Jim for anyone facing insurance litigation or commercial disputes in Chicago.