Atty. Scott R. Britton

Atty. Scott R. Britton

Scott R. Britton is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, appeals, product liability and 4 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott R. Britton at a glance

Scott R. Britton is a slip & fall, product liability, litigation, insurance, and appellate attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1988), U.S. Supreme Court (2000), and Arizona (2014). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1985) and Millikin University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago Bar Association Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott R. Britton is a lawyer practicing civil trial practice, appeals, product liability and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Millikin University in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Scott practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott R. Britton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott R. Britton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Scott R. Britton is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 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 Scott R. Britton

Where is Scott R. Britton's law office located?
Scott R. Britton's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott R. Britton handle?
Scott R. Britton focuses on slip & fall, product liability, litigation, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott R. Britton practiced law?
Scott R. Britton has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Scott R. Britton go to law school?
Scott R. Britton earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Scott R. Britton for a consultation?
You can contact Scott R. Britton 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 Scott R. Britton received?
Scott R. Britton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1985
B.A.
Millikin University
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000
Arizona
Admitted: 2014

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