Atty. Timothy D. Kertland

Atty. Timothy D. Kertland

Timothy D. Kertland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

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Profile Summary

About Timothy D. Kertland at a glance

Timothy D. Kertland is a business and m&a attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 2014). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Timothy D. Kertland is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Timothy D., who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2023
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Timothy D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy D. Kertland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy D. Kertland 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.

Timothy D. Kertland is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Timothy D. Kertland 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 Timothy D. Kertland

Where is Timothy D. Kertland's law office located?
Timothy D. Kertland's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katten. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy D. Kertland handle?
Timothy D. Kertland focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
Where did Timothy D. Kertland go to law school?
Timothy D. Kertland earned their education at (J.D., 2014).
How can I contact Timothy D. Kertland for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Timothy D. Kertland received?
Timothy D. Kertland's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 2014

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026

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