Expert Legal Services You Can Trust
Dedicated attorneys for your legal needs and peace of mind.
Expert Legal Services You Can Trust
Dedicated attorneys for your legal needs and peace of mind.
About SHEARER & ASSOCATES
In Memory of Robert D. Shearer
Robert Law Firm | Founded 1995 | Chicago, Illinois
Robert Law Firm was founded in 1995 in Chicago, Illinois, by senior attorney Robert D Shearer and his legal colleagues. Since its inception, the firm has been dedicated to providing high-quality legal services for families in both the United States and China. With a strong reputation in family law, international marriage matters, guardianship arrangements, estate planning, and assisted reproductive technology (ART) law, the firm is recognized for its professionalism, integrity, and efficiency.
Attorney Robert Shearer played a pivotal role in the legislative development of assisted reproductive laws in Illinois. Through his advocacy and collaboration with legal partners, Illinois became the first U.S. state to establish a comprehensive legal framework for surrogacy and reproductive law, providing secure legal protections for intended parents and surrogates alike—particularly for families navigating cross-border surrogacy arrangements.
Notably, Mr. Shearer served as counsel in the influential 1994 appellate case In re J.C. before the Illinois Appellate Court. The case had a significant and lasting impact on the interpretation of family law and guardianship rights in the state. His legal insights and leadership shaped the evolving legal landscape of parental rights.
Robert Shearer passed away in Chicago in 2021, leaving behind a profound legacy and a respected name in the legal community. His vision continues through the dedicated team of licensed attorneys at Robert Law Firm, who uphold his mission and continue to provide trusted, professional legal services—particularly for Chinese and Chinese-American families and institutions.
To honor a legacy is to carry it forward with dignity
Robert Law Firm remains committed to serving with excellence, inspired by the example and principles established by Robert D. Shearer.