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Timestamp: 2019-04-24 12:14:48+00:00

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Sandy concentrates his practice in litigation, bankruptcy and commercial transactions. In private practice, and as a government lawyer, he has tried numerous state and federal criminal and civil cases, as well as briefed and argued state and federal appeals.
Sandy's litigation experience includes complex civil litigation involving antitrust, contracts, franchise law, ownership disputes, employment and professional liability matters. He has represented numerous entrepreneurs, small and mid-size businesses, large public corporations, and international companies.
In the public sector, Sandy has served as an Assistant United States Attorney and Department of Justice Special Attorney in Chicago; as a Navy lawyer and Military Judge in Norfolk, VA.; and as outside counsel to park districts. Prior to joining Heyl Royster, Sandy's experience included positions as a partner in Chicago law firms that focused on complex commercial transactions and as an attorney in a Philadelphia maritime law firm. He is a graduate of Northwestern University School of Business and Northwestern University School of Law.
Bleier, et al. v. Bundesrepublik Deutschland a/k/a “Federal Republic of Germany”et al. Appeal No. 12-3269 (7th Circuit) (on appeal from District Court – Case No. 08-cv-6254) Defense of class action claims involving post-World War I gold bonds issued by the government and reconstruction businesses.
Baldi v. Samuel, Son & Company, Ltd. 548 F.3d 579 (7th Cir. 2008) Prevailed at trial, in the District Court, and at the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals on a decision involving insolvency and preference issues.
Exhibit Works v. Inspired Exhibits, Inc. 2005 WL 3527254, 2005 U.S. Dist. Lexis 34909 (N.D. ILL. 2005) Non-compete and non-solicitation issues.
In Re: Archibald Candy Corporation, et al. Case No. 04-B-3200 (Bankr. N.D. ILL. – Hollis, B.J.). Represented Fannie May Candy Chapter 7 Trustee in fifty-seven adversary proceedings and effect tax refunds for the Estate.
Pentzer Corporation v. Textron Financial Corporation No. 00 CV 3431 (N.D. ILL. 4/10101) Textron's Motion for Summary Judgment for Indemnification pursuant to acquisition agreement regarding abandoned property escheat issues granted.
Mark I. Inc. v. Gruber 38 F.3d 369 (7th Cir. 1994) Magistrate Judge trial jurisdiction limitation.
Todd v. Corporate Life Insurance Co. 945 F.2d 204 (7th Cir. 1991) Insurance commissions.
Globe Insurance Co. v. Miniat 805 F.2d 732 (7th Cir. 1986) cert. denied. 107 S. Ct. 3188 (1987) ERISA eligibility of small companies.
C.A.B. v. United Airlines, Inc. 542 F.2d 394 (7th Cir. 1976) aff'g 399 F.Supp.1324 (N.D. ILL1975) Administrative subpoena enforcement.
Named to the Illinois Super Lawyers list (2008). The Super Lawyers selection process is based on peer recognition and professional achievement. Only five percent of the lawyers in each state earn this designation.

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