Nancy Roberts Linder

Meet Nancy Roberts Linder, a trailblazing figure in legal marketing with over three decades of transformative experience in the professional services sector. As a visionary leader, Nancy has left an indelible mark on the legal marketing landscape through her groundbreaking initiatives and strategic expertise.

With an entrepreneurial spirit, Nancy successfully led her own consulting practice for 18 years, where she masterfully crafted marketing infrastructures and guided lawyers in elevating their client development strategies. Her pioneering journey began at Hinshaw & Culbertson, where she made history as their first marketing professional, establishing the firm's marketing foundation from the ground up.

Currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer at Chapman and Cutler LLP, Nancy brings her wealth of experience to drive the firm's marketing excellence and spearhead business development initiatives. Her impact extends far beyond traditional marketing roles – she revolutionized legal education by introducing innovative marketing skills programs at both IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law and Valparaiso University School of Law, marking a historic first for both institutions. Her exceptional contributions were recognized with a prestigious Professional Achievement Award from IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2003, alongside honors from the Legal Marketing Association.

A respected thought leader in her field, Nancy has authored over 100 articles and maintained a prominent monthly column in Intellectual Property Today for 16 years, sharing her expertise in client development. Her dedication to the legal marketing community shines through her long-standing involvement with the Legal Marketing Association, where she served on the Midwest Chapter Board of Directors from its inception in 1989 through 2000. Her outstanding leadership, including two terms as president, earned her a distinguished place in the chapter's Hall of Fame.

Nancy's commitment to the legal community extends to her role as co-chair of the Chicago Bar Foundation's annual Passport to Chicago fundraising event, where she continues to make meaningful contributions to the legal profession.