Robert J. Russo
Counsel to the Firm
Robert J. Russo joined Mahoney, Silverman & Cross, LLC as Of Counsel to the firm. Prior to joining our firm, Bob was in private practice in Chicago and has been a solo practitioner in Morris since 1996.
Bob was born and raised in the Bronx, New York. He received his BA from Northwestern University (1980) and his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law (1984). After law school, Bob practiced in Chicago at a boutique merger and acquisition firm. In 1994, Bob moved his practice to Morris, Illinois and worked as a solo practitioner from 1996 until joining our firm in 2025.
Bob’s practice has been focused on real estate, corporate, municipal and estate planning. He has represented municipalities, townships and fire protection districts, including Coal City, Seneca, Braceville, Godley and East Brooklyn as well as various financial institutions.
Bob has presented seminars for many years in Grundy County for new municipal officers. He has been an active member of the Grundy County Economic Development Council for 30 years. An advocate for the community, Bob has provided pro bono services to the Community Foundation of Grundy County, which is dedicated to improving the lives of people in Grundy County bringing together the financial resources of individuals, families, and businesses to support effective nonprofits in their communities.
Email: rrusso@msclawfirm.com
Call: 815-730-9500