Atty. Layton E. Olson

Atty. Layton E. Olson

Layton E. Olson is a lawyer practicing nonprofit corporations, charitable institutions, general corporate and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 58 Years Experience 58 year
Call (312) 748-0349

Profile Summary

About Layton E. Olson at a glance

Layton E. Olson is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Howe & Hutton, Ltd.. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1968) and Illinois (1969). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1967) and Pomona College (B.A., 1964). Active member of Chicago Bar Association (Member: Committees on, Tax Exempt Organization, 1986— Trade and Professional Associations, 1988— Chair, 1996-1997) Association of Consultants to Nonprofits. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Layton E. Olson is a lawyer practicing nonprofit corporations, charitable institutions, general corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • Layton received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1964, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Layton practices at Howe & Hutton, Ltd. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Layton E. Olson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Layton E. Olson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Health Care Law

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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 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 venue, 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 Layton E. Olson

Where is Layton E. Olson's law office located?
Layton E. Olson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Howe & Hutton, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Layton E. Olson handle?
Layton E. Olson focuses on business, real estate, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Layton E. Olson practiced law?
Layton E. Olson has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Layton E. Olson go to law school?
Layton E. Olson earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1964).
How can I contact Layton E. Olson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1967
B.A.
Pomona College
- 1964

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1968
Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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