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Robert Earl Harrington

Harrington, Thompson, Acker & Harrington, Ltd. • Chicago, IL
TransportationEmployment LawGeneral PracticeInsurancePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(833) 766-2429
Address
Chicago, IL, US

Professional

About

**Robert Earl Harrington** **Location:** Chicago, IL **Firm:** Harrington, Thompson, Acker & Harrington, Ltd. **Practice Areas:** Employment Law, General Practice, Insurance, Personal Injury, Rail, Transportation Robert Earl Harrington is a distinguished trial attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, with a robust focus on personal injury and wrongful death litigation. With a proven track record of success, Bob represents individuals and families against some of the largest corporations and insurance companies across the United States. His commitment to achieving justice for his clients has resulted in recoveries totaling tens of millions of dollars through both settlements and jury verdicts. Bob's extensive practice spans multiple states, allowing him to litigate complex cases nationwide. He recently secured a remarkable $12 million recovery for a client who underwent arm and shoulder amputation, showcasing his relentless pursuit of fair compensation. In another notable case, he represented an injured railroad conductor in Toledo, Ohio, obtaining a $240,000 verdict after the railroad initially offered no settlement. The jury unanimously found the railroad 100% liable, underscoring Bob's dedication to advocating for those who have been wronged. Recognized for his exceptional legal acumen, Bob was honored as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers and was named an “Emerging Lawyer” by Leading Lawyers in 2015—a prestigious designation awarded to less than 2% of attorneys under the age of 40. His advocacy for railroad employees has also garnered him recognition within the SMART Transportation Division, further highlighting his expertise in this specialized area. With his deep commitment to client representation and a history of achieving outstanding results, Robert Earl Harrington stands out as a leading attorney in employment law, personal injury, and transportation litigation in Chicago and beyond.

Credentials

Education
N/A Loyola University Chicago School of Law JD
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2005 Emerging Lawyers, Leading Lawyers
Publications
N/A Trial Journal of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Vol. 13, No. 2 “The New Federal Rule 26(a)(2)(C) and Disclosing Treating Physicians as ‘Experts.’”
Associations
International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers Academy of Rail Labor Attorneys Catholic Charities
Updated: Mar 22, 2026