Atty. Edward J. Burt

Atty. Edward J. Burt

Edward J. Burt is a lawyer practicing matrimonial law, personal injury, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law.

Oak Forest Oak Forest 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward J. Burt at a glance

Edward J. Burt is a Member based in Oak Forest, Illinois, practicing at Urban & Burt, Ltd.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on child custody, personal injury, family law, bankruptcy, and poa. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1995). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1970). Active member of Chicago, South Suburban and Illinois State Bar Associations American Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Oak Forest, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward J. Burt is a lawyer practicing matrimonial law, personal injury, bankruptcy and 4 other areas of law
  • Edward received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Edward practices at Urban & Burt, Ltd. in Oak Forest, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Edward J. Burt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward J. Burt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Child Custody & Visitation

Edward J. Burt is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Edward J. Burt is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Edward J. Burt is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Edward J. Burt is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Power of Attorney

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oak Forest are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward J. Burt

Where is Edward J. Burt's law office located?
Edward J. Burt's law practice is located in Oak Forest, Illinois. The firm is Urban & Burt, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward J. Burt handle?
Edward J. Burt focuses on child custody, personal injury, family law, bankruptcy, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Edward J. Burt practiced law?
Edward J. Burt has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Edward J. Burt go to law school?
Edward J. Burt earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Edward J. Burt for a consultation?
You can contact Edward J. Burt directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1973
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995

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