Atty. Robert Ray Wootton

Atty. Robert Ray Wootton

Robert Ray Wootton is a lawyer practicing federal income tax law, legislative practice, general practice. Robert received a degree from Oxford University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Robert Ray Wootton at a glance

Robert Ray Wootton is a tax and government attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1979) and Oxford University (B. Phil., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Ray Wootton is a lawyer practicing federal income tax law, legislative practice, general practice
  • Robert received a degree from Oxford University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Robert practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Ray Wootton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Ray Wootton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Robert Ray Wootton is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government 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

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Where is Robert Ray Wootton's law office located?
Robert Ray Wootton's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Ray Wootton handle?
Robert Ray Wootton focuses on tax, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Robert Ray Wootton practiced law?
Robert Ray Wootton has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Robert Ray Wootton go to law school?
Robert Ray Wootton earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B. Phil., 1976).
How can I contact Robert Ray Wootton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Ray Wootton received?
Robert Ray Wootton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1979
B. Phil.
Oxford University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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