Atty. Tym James Kerr

Atty. Tym James Kerr

Tym James Kerr is a lawyer practicing divorce, criminal law, personal injury. Tym received a B.S. degree from Millikin University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Kewanee Kewanee 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Tym James Kerr at a glance

Tym James Kerr is a Principal based in Kewanee, Illinois, practicing at Tym J. Kerr, Attorney at Law. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Central and Northern Districts of Illinois including Trial Bar (1979), and U.S. Tax Court (1980). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1978) and Millikin University (B.S., 1975). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Henry County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Kewanee, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Tym James Kerr is a lawyer practicing divorce, criminal law, personal injury
  • Tym received a B.S. degree from Millikin University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Tym practices at Tym J. Kerr, Attorney at Law in Kewanee, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Tym James Kerr's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Tym James Kerr handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Tym James Kerr is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Tym James Kerr is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Tym James Kerr is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense 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 Kewanee 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 Tym James Kerr

Where is Tym James Kerr's law office located?
Tym James Kerr's law practice is located in Kewanee, Illinois. The firm is Tym J. Kerr, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tym James Kerr handle?
Tym James Kerr focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Tym James Kerr practiced law?
Tym James Kerr has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Tym James Kerr go to law school?
Tym James Kerr earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.S., 1975).
How can I contact Tym James Kerr for a consultation?
You can contact Tym James Kerr 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 Tym James Kerr received?
Tym James Kerr's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1978
B.S.
Millikin University
- 1975

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Central and Northern Districts of Illinois including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1980

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