Tobin Taylor
Tobin believes in serving clients collaboratively and innovatively while providing high-quality representation at a fair value, resulting in civil, honest, and ethical litigation and a better outcome for our clients and the judicial system.
Tobin Taylor
Attorney in Peoria, IL
Tobin is an experienced litigator and counselor handling a wide range of civil litigation for businesses, corporations, and professionals, primarily within the Cook County, IL, courts. He began his legal career in 1996 in the firm’s Peoria office and, through his tenure, has served on its Board of Directors and as Hiring Partner to help direct the recruitment of top legal talent. In 2014, Taylor became the inaugural Office Managing Partner in the Chicago office. In that role, he helped the firm establish a strong Chicago presence across various practice areas and successfully positioned the office as a critical part of the firm’s regional growth.
Tobin was elected as the new Firm Managing Partner, effective January 1, 2024. Taylor continues to operate out of Chicago, stating, “I am excited to take on this role at such a pivotal time in the firm’s rich history. Our strategic positioning has enhanced our regional reach, and we are better positioned to expand each of our practice areas in all of our seven offices.”
Practices
Credentials
Education
J.D., Washington University School of Law
B.S., Bradley University, Philosophy, magna cum laude
Licensure(s) and Admission(s)
State Courts of Illinois
State Courts of Wisconsin
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, MDL 875 Asbestos Litigation
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
Professional Affiliations
Illinois Defense Counsel
Community Involvement
Illinois Equal Justice Foundation, Board of Directors
Presentations/Publications
Presentations
“Defending Corporate Representative Depositions in Toxic Tort Cases,” Illinois Defense Counsel Webinar (2022)
When Does Zealous Advocacy Cross the Line?,” Law Bulletin Ethics Seminar (2018)
“A Judicial Roundtable Discussion on Mass Toxic Tort Litigation,” Moderator, Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel (“IDC”) Spring Symposium (2017)
“Bare Metal and Replacement Parts in Asbestos Cases,” Harris Martin's Midwest Asbestos Litigation Conference, St. Louis, Missouri (2014)
“Concealed Carry: How Township Government Will Be Affected,” Illinois Township Attorneys Association 12th Annual Educational Seminar (2014)
“The Effect of the Illinois Concealed Carry Act on Employers,” Heyl Royster Seminar/Webinar, Peoria (2013)
“General Practice Seminar - Trial,” Peoria County Bar Association (2010)
“Personal Injury Practice Update 2008 - Liability Update,” Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (2008)
Publications
"The Attorney-Client Relationship," chapter in Illinois Civil Practice: Opening the Case, Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (2009, 2015, 2023)
“The Evolution of Specific Personal Jurisdiction and Impact on Toxic Tort Litigation,” Illinois Defense Counsel Quarterly Monograph (2022)
Awards/Recognition
- Leading Lawyer by Law Bulletin Media℠ – Toxic Torts Defense Law
- Rated AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®
- Super Lawyer Rising Star by Super Lawyers®
Updates
- Heyl Royster Announces Leadership Changes
- Tobin Taylor Elected Firm Managing Partner of Heyl Royster
- New Law Would Permit Punitive Damages in Wrongful Death Cases
- Attorneys Author IDC Quarterly Articles in Third Quarter 2021 Issue
- 60 Heyl Royster Attorneys Top 2021 Leading Lawyers List
- Illinois Governor Signs Pre-judgment Interest Legislation Changing Tort Law in Civil Lawsuits
- Heyl Royster Transitions Toxic Asbestos Practice Leadership to Meet the Future
- Illinois Legislature Poised to Unfairly Change Tort Law in Illinois Regarding Prejudgment Interest
Public Profile
Tobin is an experienced litigator and counselor handling a wide range of civil litigation for businesses, corporations, and professionals, primarily within the Cook County, IL, courts. He began his legal career in 1996 in the firm’s Peoria office and, through his tenure, has served on its Board of Directors and as Hiring Partner to help direct the recruitment of top legal talent. In 2014, Taylor became the inaugural Office Managing Partner in the Chicago office. In that role, he helped the firm establish a strong Chicago presence across various practice areas and successfully positioned the office as a critical part of the firm’s regional growth.
Tobin was elected as the new Firm Managing Partner, effective January 1, 2024. Taylor continues to operate out of Chicago, stating, “I am excited to take on this role at such a pivotal time in the firm’s rich history. Our strategic positioning has enhanced our regional reach, and we are better positioned to expand each of our practice areas in all of our seven offices.”
