Atty. G. Timothy Leighton

Atty. G. Timothy Leighton

G. Timothy Leighton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, mediation, guardianship and 4 other areas of law.

Bloomington Bloomington 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About G. Timothy Leighton at a glance

G. Timothy Leighton is a Member based in Bloomington, Illinois, practicing at Leighton Legal Group, LLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1988), U.S. District Court, Maryland (1989), District of Columbia (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1988) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1981). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Montgomery County and American Bar Associations Maryland State Bar (Member, Section on Estates and Trusts) The District of Columbia Bar (Member, Sections on Taxation and Probate/Estates) Estate Planning Council of Suburban Maryland. Serands clients in Bloomington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • G. Timothy Leighton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, mediation, guardianship and 4 other areas of law
  • G. received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1981, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • G. practices at Leighton Legal Group, LLC in Bloomington, IL

Practice Areas Explained

G. Timothy Leighton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases G. Timothy Leighton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Bloomington 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 G. Timothy Leighton

Where is G. Timothy Leighton's law office located?
G. Timothy Leighton's law practice is located in Bloomington, Illinois. The firm is Leighton Legal Group, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does G. Timothy Leighton handle?
G. Timothy Leighton focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has G. Timothy Leighton practiced law?
G. Timothy Leighton has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did G. Timothy Leighton go to law school?
G. Timothy Leighton earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact G. Timothy Leighton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has G. Timothy Leighton received?
G. Timothy Leighton's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1988
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1981

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Maryland
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994
Virginia
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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