Robert W. Smyth, Jr.
About Robert W. Smyth, Jr.
Robert W. Smyth, Jr. is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2023. Robert W. Smyth, Jr. is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Donohue Brown Smyth LLC
Education: DePaul University, J.D., graduated 1982
Location: Chicago, IL
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