Antony S. Burt
A commercial litigator for more than 35 years, Tony handles highly visible and complex lawsuits, including those against a former Illinois governor, a US congressman, a city mayor, and the son of a sitting US president.

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Tony’s insurance coverage claims are equally recognizable and have involved a then US President and reinsurance obligations arising out of the destruction of the World Trade Center.
Tony has tried and arbitrated cases throughout the country and represents financial institutions and government agencies in complex commercial disputes, lender liability, fidelity bonds and closing protection letter claims. While working on these cases, he focuses on solving his client’s problems, not making a name for himself in the courtroom. Often that means avoiding or ending litigation through a creative resolution to achieve a client’s goals efficiently.
Tony’s extensive experience also includes civil investigations to identify and recover losses on fraud, employee dishonesty or misconduct, and professional malpractice. His main objective in these situations is to find a quick and cost-effective resolution that is most conducive to a company’s business operations. He frequently coordinates with criminal enforcement and regulatory agencies to maximize the recovery for companies victimized by fraud.
Tony also has substantial experience with reinsurance arbitration and litigation on behalf of both reinsurers and cedants.
Client Work
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Achieved a complete victory for a logistics company in defending a $23 million breach of contract claim after a two-week arbitration. Verdict was based on application of force majeure clause during Covid-19 business interruption.
- Obtained jury verdict against Board of Directors of failed financial institution for breach of fiduciary duty after two-week trial.
- Successfully obtained dismissal with prejudice of shareholder suit for violation of federal securities law challenging $1.1 billion acquisition. Accordion Toggle
Boards, Memberships & Certifications
- American Bar Association, Section of Litigation, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section
- Leadership of Greater Chicago, Fellow
- The Albert C. Maule Urban Issues Forum Accordion Toggle
Professional Activities
- Adjunct Professor, Trial Advocacy — Northwestern University (1998 – 2019)
Publications, Presentations & Recognitions
- The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers (2013-2024)
- Illinois Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters (2009, 2011-2021)
- Illinois Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin’s Illinois Leading Lawyers Network (2007-2021) Accordion Toggle
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Education
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, JD, Northwestern University Law Review, Editorial Board Member, 1982Duke University, AB, 1978