Atty. Tim J. Emmitt

Atty. Tim J. Emmitt

Tim J. Emmitt is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, corporate and business services and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Tim J. Emmitt at a glance

Tim J. Emmitt is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern Illinois (1965). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1965) and Wabash College (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations American College of Trust and Estate Counsel. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tim J. Emmitt is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, corporate and business services and 5 other areas of law
  • Tim received a B.A. degree from Wabash College in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Tim practices at Clark Hill PLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Tim J. Emmitt's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Real Estate Law

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

Tim J. Emmitt is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

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

Tim J. Emmitt is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Tim J. Emmitt is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Tim J. Emmitt

Where is Tim J. Emmitt's law office located?
Tim J. Emmitt's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Clark Hill PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tim J. Emmitt handle?
Tim J. Emmitt focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Tim J. Emmitt practiced law?
Tim J. Emmitt has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Tim J. Emmitt go to law school?
Tim J. Emmitt earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact Tim J. Emmitt for a consultation?
You can contact Tim J. Emmitt 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 Tim J. Emmitt received?
Tim J. Emmitt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago
- 1965
B.A.
Wabash College
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern Illinois
Admitted: 1965

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