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Raymond Lee Asher
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About Raymond
Biography
Raymond has 37 years of Workers’ Compensation experience and holds a certification as a Certified Medicare Secondary Payer Professional-Fellow which is keenly relevant to workers' compensation. He is very proud of his “AV” rating with Martindale-Hubbell’s United States Law Directory (defined as very high to preeminent legal ability).
Ray graduated from Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois in 1982 where he was nominated to the Order of Omega Leadership Society. He graduated from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago in 1985 as a Law Review staff editor. Once certified by the NFLPA as a player agent, and represented some professional wrestlers as well. He is happy to share some stories with you.
In his spare time, Raymond runs a kids cancer foundation known as Little Heroes Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit affiliate of the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago (FKA Children’s Memorial Hospital), and Comer Children’s Hospital at the University of Chicago. He is also a high school baseball coach and collects Roller Derby memorabilia.
Raymond grew up in the blue-collar town of Calumet City, Illinois. He had his hands in the grease of iron yards and steel mills.
Personalized Service With Compassion - Relentless Tenacity With Results - Your workplace injury is my specialty. Start your free consultation now and join the long list of happy clients I've dedicated my practice to for 38 years.
Workers Compensation Law for 38 years, nothing else. Unlike other lawyers, I will return your call.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-20%
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 40 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Raymond L. Asher, Ltd.
200 W Jackson Blvd Ste 1050, Chicago, IL, 60606-6976
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Online Presence
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Raymond Lee Asher's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
154 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 26 reviews | Personal Injury
Posted by Carlos | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Above and Beyond!
Ray Asher and his Team went above and beyond what I expected. Since day one he focused on providing me with all the help he can give. He changed my point of view on lawyers. He was referred to me by a friend that he helped previously and I'm very glad I did. He fought against the opposing team and wo...
Posted by Penelope | December 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
The (Raymond) Asher Group is a Fantastic Firm
Raymond Asher came highly recommended to me by a friend at my Church who had previously used his services. I am truly grateful that I found the (Raymond) Asher Group, as this was the best choice I made in selecting a firm to represent me. Ray went above and beyond to comfort me during difficult occas...
Posted by John | November 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
John
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ray Asher and his team for handling my workers comp. case. Ray and his team did a very professional job from start to end. If any questions or problems arose they were handled immediately. All my needs and care went without any problems. I have used ...
Posted by Susan | October 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Excellent attorney & best outcome!
My experience with the Asher Group was positive, professional and affirming! I first contacted Atty. Ray Asher several months after an accidental workplace fall. Though I was initially reluctant to explore submitting a workman's compensation claim during the height of the Covid pandemic & subsequen...
Posted by Kathy | August 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
A Lawyer that goes above and beyond!!
Good Morning! I was injured at work during another double shift. I was not planning to hire a lawyer until I found out I needed surgery on 3 lower disks. The pain was unbearable. I contacted Ray soon after the injury. He handled everything with such professionalism and understanding. Ray was there f...
Raymond Lee Asher's Lawyer Endorsements
"A true professional. I have handled dozens of cases against Ray in the last 20+ years. He is tough, but fair. I highly endorse him."
"Ray is an excellent, knowledgable attorney who works hard at coming to an equitable resolution of his cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is highly qualified in the field of workers compensation"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Knows his stuff, no nonsense, communicates well, respected by his peers and cares about his clients"
"I endorse this lawyer. Ray is a strong advocate for his clients. He is well respected at the Industrial Commission by both attorneys and Arbitrators."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ray is an excellent lawyer, tough adversary and does a great job for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. A smart and ethical attorney."
"I have represented multiple clients in other legal matters who Ray has represented in the past in Workers Compensation claims. These former Workers Compensation clients of Ray's have given me rave reviews regarding their experience with his representation."
"I worked for Ray for many years, and he is an excellent attorney. Ray is extremely smart, knows the law inside out, and has high standards for his clients. He also has a good understanding of medicine and orthopedics, which gives him a huge edge in his practice. Ray handles every case with confidence and care, and returns calls promptly. He is also trustworthy and likeable."
"Ray is a master workers compensation attorney. He is the very best at what he does. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked against and with hundreds of lawyers in my career and I endorse Ray because he is extremely capable, knowledgeable, protects his clients interests while maintaining a high level of ethics and professionalism."
"I have referred numerous Workers Compensation cases to Mr. Asher over the last 15 years. I have found his work to be exemplary, and all the clients I have referred to Mr. Asher were very please with his work."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ray is an attorney of the highest integrity and honesty. He is also a fierce advocate for his clients."
"I practice in the Social Security Disability field. I have represented many people who had been assisted by Ray in their worker's compensation cases. I have heard nothing but wonderful things about the service they have received and the results he has accomplished. Ray has a stellar reputation in the legal community and I am happy to endorse him."
"Ray is an excellent attorney who always fights hard for his clients. I have been impressed by his professionalism. He is conscientious about responding to client inquiries and willing to go the extra mile to get them a great result."
"Ray knows his stuff. He is both experienced and skilled, and can handle any case involving a work related injury."
"Ray is a professional on all levels. A zealous advocate and a professional."
Workers compensation lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Exclusive List of Top Attorneys in Specific Practice Areas, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1988 - 1991
Attorney, Stevenson Rusin and Friedman
Associations
2016 - Present
American Bar Association
2011 - Present
NAMSAP
2010 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Tort Law Section
1986 - Present
Workers' Compensation Lawyers Association (Illinois)
1985 - Present
Chicago Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Won at trial, settled while on appeal.
Win
Education
2018
Fellow
1985
J.D.
1982
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2020
1993
ADA and FMLA
1991
Jurisdiction
1991
Worker's Compensation In Professional Sports
1990
Worker's Compensation Exposure
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
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Work comp lawsuit
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