Robert H. Bob Riley

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

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Chicago, Illinois

47+ years experience

Riley Safer Holmes & Cancila LLP

Updated: Dec 25, 2025

Contact Information

312.471.8777

https://www.rshc-law.com/attorneys/attorney/robert-h.-riley

1 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2200, Chicago, IL 60603

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Bio

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. 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.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

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)
Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Recognized: Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Practice Area: Bet-the-Company Litigation
Practice Area: Mass Tort Litigation
Practice Area: Personal Injury Litigation
Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in AmericaLawdragon Inc. (2023-2025)
Lawdragon Hall of FameLawdragon Inc. (2023)
Illinois Leading LawyerLaw Bulletin Media Leading Lawyers (2003-2010, 2012-2025)