Atty. J. Timothy Ramsey

Atty. J. Timothy Ramsey

J. Timothy Ramsey is a lawyer practicing construction / development, real estate, environmental and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About J. Timothy Ramsey at a glance

J. Timothy Ramsey is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1978). Educated at Washington University School of Law (J.D., 1978) and Princeton University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago (Member, Environmental Law Committee) and American (Member, Natural Resource, Energy and Environmental Law Sections) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • J. Timothy Ramsey is a lawyer practicing construction / development, real estate, environmental and 2 other areas of law
  • J. received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • J. practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

J. Timothy Ramsey's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

J. Timothy Ramsey is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

J. Timothy Ramsey is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Illinois →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

J. Timothy Ramsey is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Ramsey

Where is J. Timothy Ramsey's law office located?
J. Timothy Ramsey's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does J. Timothy Ramsey handle?
J. Timothy Ramsey focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has J. Timothy Ramsey practiced law?
J. Timothy Ramsey has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did J. Timothy Ramsey go to law school?
J. Timothy Ramsey earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact J. Timothy Ramsey for a consultation?
You can contact J. Timothy Ramsey 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 Ramsey received?
J. Timothy Ramsey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Washington University School of Law
- 1978
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1978

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