Atty. Timothy M. Burke

Atty. Timothy M. Burke

Timothy M. Burke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation - Land Use and Zoning and Litigation - Municipal.

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Profile Summary

About Timothy M. Burke at a glance

Timothy M. Burke is a zoning, litigation, and government attorney based in Cincinnati, Ohio, practicing at Manley Burke. Educated at University of Cincinnati (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (2026). Serands clients in Cincinnati, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Timothy M. Burke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law, Litigation - Land Use and Zoning and Litigation - Municipal
  • Timothy M., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2007
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Timothy M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy M. Burke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Timothy M. Burke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Land Use & Zoning

Timothy M. Burke is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Timothy M. Burke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Timothy M. Burke is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cincinnati are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Timothy M. Burke

Where is Timothy M. Burke's law office located?
Timothy M. Burke's law practice is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The firm is Manley Burke. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy M. Burke handle?
Timothy M. Burke focuses on zoning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did Timothy M. Burke go to law school?
Timothy M. Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1973).
How can I contact Timothy M. Burke for a consultation?
You can contact Timothy M. Burke 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 Timothy M. Burke received?
Timothy M. Burke's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of Cincinnati
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Municipal
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - First Amendment
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Cincinnati)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Cincinnati)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Cincinnati)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (Cincinnati)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Cincinnati)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (Cincinnati)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Municipal (Cincinnati)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (Cincinnati)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Land Use and Zoning (Cincinnati)
- 2012
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Cincinnati)
- 2011

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