Atty. Tom Murray Lytton

Atty. Tom Murray Lytton

Tom Murray Lytton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, real estate law, banking law and 1 other area of law. Tom Murray received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Ottawa Ottawa 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Tom Murray Lytton at a glance

Tom Murray Lytton is an Appl. Ct. J. based in Ottawa, Illinois. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1968), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1968), California (1976), and Arizona (1986). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1968) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1965). Serands clients in Ottawa, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tom Murray Lytton is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, real estate law, banking law and 1 other area of law
  • Tom Murray received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Tom Murray practices in Ottawa, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Tom Murray Lytton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tom Murray Lytton 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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Tom Murray Lytton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Tom Murray Lytton is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 Ottawa 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 Tom Murray Lytton

Where is Tom Murray Lytton's law office located?
Tom Murray Lytton's law practice is located in Ottawa, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tom Murray Lytton handle?
Tom Murray Lytton focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Tom Murray Lytton practiced law?
Tom Murray Lytton has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Tom Murray Lytton go to law school?
Tom Murray Lytton earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Tom Murray Lytton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1968
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1965

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1968
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1968
California
Admitted: 1976
Arizona
Admitted: 1986

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