Robert P. Foley

Robert focuses his practice on commercial litigation, government enforcement, investigations, and white collar criminal defense. An outstanding legal researcher and writer, he has experience analyzing and organizing business and financial records for trial, drafting pleadings and motions, and handling other key aspects of trial preparation and case management. Intern and externship experiences in the U.S. Attorney’s Office and U.S. District Court have shaped his perspective on handling complex legal matters with a focus on risk management and clear communication.

As a senior advisor to the Cook County State’s Attorney prior to his legal career, Robert managed media coverage of high-profile cases and designed and guided a legislative strategy leading to successful outcomes on key initiatives, including a five-year extension of the state RICO law, bail and asset forfeiture reform, and new statutes for special prosecutors and the appointment of outside counsel.