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Richard S. Fleisher (Retired)

139-richard-1 Email: rsf@kff-law.com
Telephone: (312) 346-8620
Fax: (312) 346-8743

Biography

Richard Fleisher is a retired attorney from Karlin, Fleisher & Falkenberg, LLC. He practiced law for over 40 years, building a reputation as one of Illinois’ most accomplished trial lawyers and securing jury verdicts that were, at various times, state records for widows, octogenarians, and Federal Employee Liability Act (FELA) railroad workers.

Over the course of his career, Mr. Fleisher personally argued cases before the Illinois Appellate Court, the Illinois Supreme Court, the U.S. Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. He handled a landmark case involving jurisdiction and service of out-of-state defendants in Illinois and helped shape case law under the Federal Employees Liability Act. He tried cases in states beyond Illinois, including Michigan, Indiana, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. He also participated in major mediations and arbitrations on behalf of clients, bringing complex cases to successful resolution. His litigation work included all types of personal injury, products liability, medical malpractice and nursing home cases. He secured awards as high as $18 million in explosion cases and, alongside firm partner Charles V. Falkenberg III, obtained a $17.2 million award in a construction site accident case. Mr. Fleisher’s firm receives referrals from other law firms and attorneys in Illinois and throughout the United States. He is no longer practicing law but remains a respected figure in the legal community.

Education

Undergraduate Education

University of Illinois
Graduated with a BS in 1959

Graduate Education

DePaul University College of Law
Graduated with a Juris Doctor degree in 1962

State & Federal Bar Admissions

Licensed to practice law in Illinois in 1962
Admitted to the U.S. District Court
Admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals
Admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court

Professional Activities

Practice Areas (During His Career)

Medical Malpractice
Railroad litigation
Nursing home litigation
Product liability cases
Automobile accidents
Premises liability cases

Written by Karlin, Fleisher & Falkenberg, LLC Last Updated : July 31, 2025

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TESTIMONIALS

I was involved in a car accident and was referred to this office. Nick Drury was the attorney who handled my case and he was nothing short of phenomenal. Personable, professional, took the time and answered my questions, accessible, very responsive via email. He also advised as to what would be in my best interest and negotiated very well on my behalf. What was an additional plus is he resolved my case promptly. Thank you Nick- I highly recommend him for anyone who is need of a personal injury attorney!

- Oralia Castaneda

★★★★★

Jonathan was amazing. He communicated very well, he was always looking out for my best interest. He was easy to talk to and very thorough with my case and I was elated and blessed to have a lawyer such as Jonathan by my side. I would highly recommend him! Even after the case was settled he still contacted me to follow up and check it with me. He is someone who really cares about his clients and treated me as a person not just a case #. Thank you for everything Jonathan!

- Keena

★★★★★

It was not only comforting to have skilled, knowledgeable and experienced attorneys and staff during one of the most difficult times of my life, but to be supported by people who had my best interest at heart and genuinely cared about me and my personal feelings made all the difference in the world. I walked in as a client and was cared for by a family, and for that I’ll be forever grateful! H. B.

- H.B.

★★★★★

Dear J.B. , I wanted to thank you, for the job you did on my case. You were not only an excellent lawyer, you were a friend along the way as well. You always promptly called me, addressing my questions and concerns. As far as my settlement goes, I couldn’t have expected more then you got for me. Many lawyers “brag” , about the amount of settlements they get for their clients, on their T.V. commercials . You, got me more then these lawyers “brag” about. Thank you for getting me such a strong settlement, and being a friend as well, along the way. I’d be more then happy to talk to anyone who would like to know , what a fine attorney you are. Thank you for being there for me. Sincerely,

- J.F.

★★★★★

Over the past couple of years I have had the privilege of Mr.Jonathan Fleisher representing me for a personal injury case that has greatly impacted my life. Mr. Fleisher fought hard and diligently on my behalf and always kept my best interests in mind. It has been truly refreshing as well as a blessing to have someone this skillful and professional buckling down and making sure every detail is captured to support my case. He has delivered exceptional service and I would recommend him to anyone that needs a personal injury attorney.

- G.B.

★★★★★

Jonathan Fleisher was more than just my lawyer. He was my advocate and was very thorough with my case. Communication was well furnished which made for an easy process. Mr. Fleisher fought for my rights and did so justly with much empathy and compassion. I am more than elated with the outcome and how my case was handled by Mr. Fleisher. I would highly recommend him to friends , family or anyone who wants someone who will work diligently on their case. I appreciate and am very thankful for Mr. Jonathan Fleisher

- K.T.

★★★★★

Thank you so much for your diligent, professional, and thorough handling of my car accident settlement. You were beyond helpful, accommodating, and supportive during the process. You patiently explained, in detail, the procedures that would take place during the course of the claim. You continually updated me as progress was made and gave me in-depth details. Being that I was a novice to this type of practice, you advised me as to what was realistic, yet fair, as far as when, how, and monetarily the claim would be settled. When an offer was made, you advised me accordingly, and counter-offered for what you believed to be a reasonable and objective settlement. Beyond that, you also worked determinedly to reduce my medical claims and had great success. An attorney friend of mine went as far to say that you “hit a home run” when you negotiated my settlement. I want you to know how much your guidance and attentiveness to my claim meant to me. I will definitely recommend you and your firm should any of my acquaintances need legal advice in the future.

- J.W.

★★★★★

To Karlin, Fleisher & Falkenberg, LLC Please accept my sincere appreciation for the services your agency provided to me and my family on the Jessie Palmer wrongful death cases. There were so many issues that needed to be resolved, and with your assistance we were able to finally get the diagnosis report printed. My stepdaughters asked me to thank you as well for the settlements they received from their father's estate. We humbly appreciate the wonderful job your firm did with our case. In the future we will refer family and friends to your agency.

- L.P.

★★★★★