
Robert Hunter Howerton, Insurance Attorney in Marion, Illinois
Over 58 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHowerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm
Marion, IL
Practicing insurance in Marion since 1968.
- 58+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Robert Hunter Howerton is a member based in Marion, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Marion, IL
- Experience
- over 58 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Marion, IL.
- Over 58 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert Hunter Howerton: Robert Hunter Howerton is a member based in Marion, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on insurance, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Insurance cases in Marion, Illinois
Robert takes insurance matters in Marion, 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.
Personal Injury cases in Marion, Illinois
Robert takes personal injury matters in Marion, 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.
Workers Comp cases in Marion, Illinois
Robert takes workers comp matters in Marion, 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 Hunter Howerton — insurance lawyer in Marion
Robert Hunter Howerton is a member based in Marion, IL. The practice focuses on Insurance, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Robert has over 58 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Robert Hunter Howerton is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury, workers compensation, insurance bad faith and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Robert practices at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm in Marion, IL.
How Robert handles insurance matters
Robert Hunter Howerton is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury, workers compensation, insurance bad faith and 1 other area of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Southern Illinois University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years. Robert practices at Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm in Marion, IL.
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Marion and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Northwestern University
J.D. · 1968
Southern Illinois University
B.A. · 1965
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Illinois U.S. Distri
1968 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Northwestern University and B.A. in Southern Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Northwestern University and B.A. in Southern Illinois University. 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 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Williamson County and Illinois State Bar Associations Illinois Judges Association Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
Member, Board of Managers · membership
Locations
Robert Hunter Howerton's office in Marion
Robert's primary office is at 300 W. Main St., Marion, IL, 62959. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Howerton, Dorris, Stone & Lambert - HDSL Law Firm
300 W. Main St.
Marion, IL 62959
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Client reviews of Robert Hunter Howerton — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Robert Hunter Howerton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Marion, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert Hunter Howerton
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple insurance 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 Marion?
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 insurance 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
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