Atty. J. Timothy Cerney

Atty. J. Timothy Cerney

J. Timothy Cerney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Timothy Cerney at a glance

J. Timothy Cerney is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar (1983). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1979) and University of Iowa (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State (Member, Insurance Law Section) and American Bar Associations Defense Research Institute Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel Illinois Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • J. Timothy Cerney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • J. received a B.S. degree from University of Iowa in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • J. practices at Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

J. Timothy Cerney's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

J. Timothy Cerney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

J. Timothy Cerney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

J. Timothy Cerney is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →

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 Chicago 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 J. Timothy Cerney

Where is J. Timothy Cerney's law office located?
J. Timothy Cerney's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Carroll, Hartigan & Cerney, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Timothy Cerney handle?
J. Timothy Cerney focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has J. Timothy Cerney practiced law?
J. Timothy Cerney has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did J. Timothy Cerney go to law school?
J. Timothy Cerney earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact J. Timothy Cerney for a consultation?
You can contact J. Timothy Cerney 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.
What awards or recognition has J. Timothy Cerney received?
J. Timothy Cerney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1979
B.S.
University of Iowa
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Trial Bar
Admitted: 1983

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