
Robin Grinnalds, General Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 41 years of legal practice · focused on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury
AssociateatEd Fox Associates Ltd
Chicago, IL
Practicing general in Chicago since 1985.
- 41+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Robin Grinnalds is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Robin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ed Fox Associates Ltd.
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- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 41 years
- Known for
- General · Health Care · Personal Injury
- Handles General, Health Care, and Personal Injury matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 41 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Robin Grinnalds: Robin Grinnalds is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Robin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ed Fox Associates Ltd.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Robin Grinnalds
Robin concentrates on general, health care, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Health Care
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Personal Injury
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General cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robin takes general matters in Chicago, 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 Robin agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robin takes health care matters in Chicago, 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 Robin agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Chicago, Illinois
Robin takes personal injury matters in Chicago, 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 Robin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Robin Grinnalds — Over 41 years of Illinois general experience
Robin Grinnalds is an associate based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on General, Health Care, and Personal Injury. Robin has over 41 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Ed Fox Associates Ltd.
Robin Grinnalds is a lawyer practicing nursing home injuries and abuse, plantiff medical practice, plaintiff personal injury. Robin received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years. Robin practices at Ed Fox & Associates, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.
Robin's approach to general cases
Robin Grinnalds is a lawyer practicing nursing home injuries and abuse, plantiff medical practice, plaintiff personal injury. Robin received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years. Robin practices at Ed Fox & Associates, Ltd. in Chicago, IL.
The kind of cases Robin takes
Robin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, health care, and personal injury matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Robin Grinnalds's legal education and bar admissions
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1985
University of Connecticut
B.S. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Robin's state bar admissions
Illinois
1991 · ACTIVE
California
1985 · ACTIVE
Robin studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.S. in University of Connecticut.
Law school and academic background
Robin completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.S. in University of Connecticut. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robin runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Robin's professional memberships and bar associations
Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California
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Locations
Robin Grinnalds's office in Chicago
Robin's primary office is at 118 North Clinton Street, Suite 425, Chicago, IL, 60661. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Ed Fox Associates Ltd
118 North Clinton Street, Suite 425
Chicago, IL 60661
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How to hire Robin Grinnalds — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robin'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; Robin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Robin
Robin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Robin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robin Grinnalds
How much does it cost to hire Robin for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robin offer a free consultation?
Robin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robin's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Robin's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple general 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. Robin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robin take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Robin 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 — Robin 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 Robin?
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. Robin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robin accepting new general clients right now?
Robin'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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