Riccardo A. DiMonte

Riccardo A. DiMonte is a Managing Partner at Robbins DiMonte and a highly respected trial lawyer with decades of courtroom experience. Since 1985, he has represented businesses, municipalities, and individuals in complex legal disputes across Illinois and beyond. His practice focuses on bankruptcy, commercial law, construction disputes, creditors’ rights, municipal law, real estate litigation, and civil matters. He is known for handling high-stakes cases efficiently while protecting client interests through strategic advocacy.

Riccardo completed his undergraduate studies at Southern Illinois University. He later earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law in 1985. His legal education provided a strong foundation in litigation, contract law, and business-related legal matters, preparing him for a career focused on complex disputes and trial work.

Riccardo has tried numerous cases to verdict, including multi-million-dollar lender liability matters and high-value lottery prize disputes throughout his legal career. He regularly practices in state and federal courts and has handled many appeals before higher courts. In addition, he represents clients before the American Arbitration Association, offering effective solutions through arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution.

Riccardo has helped clients resolve contract disputes, construction claims, mechanic’s lien issues, mortgage foreclosures, bankruptcy matters, and corporate or partnership dissolutions. His work supports businesses and property owners by helping them protect assets, enforce agreements, and resolve conflicts efficiently. He has also represented clients in municipal and civil rights matters, applying deep legal knowledge to complex regulatory and governmental issues.

Riccardo A. DiMonte has contributed to the legal community by lecturing at continuing legal education programs on commercial law and bankruptcy topics beyond client representation. He is admitted to practice before the Illinois Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and other district courts in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. He is also a member of the Illinois State Bar Association, reflecting his ongoing commitment to professional excellence and ethical practice.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Robbins DiMonte
• Member, American Arbitration Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• DePaul University College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Southern Illinois University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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