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Timothy James RitcheyTrusts Attorney in Chicago, IL
Peck Ritchey, LLC
TrustsEstate PlanningFinancial InstitutionsPersonal InjuryProbate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(847) 380-5781
Address
321 S Plymouth Ct 6th Fl, Chicago, IL, 60604, US
Professional
About
Timothy J. Ritchey is a distinguished attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in estate planning, guardianship administration, probate and trust litigation, real estate litigation, and personal injury. As a partner at Peck Ritchey, LLC, Tim dedicates over 90% of his practice to litigation, with a particular emphasis on contested probate matters. His extensive experience allows him to represent a diverse clientele, including individuals, families, financial institutions, medical organizations, and governmental entities, in both State and Federal courts. Tim's legal acumen is bolstered by a robust academic background. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, followed by his graduation with Honors from the Chicago-Kent College of Law. During his time in law school, he interned at the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic, received a Merit Scholarship, and consistently earned a place on the Dean's List. Admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2005, Tim has since established himself as a trusted advocate in the legal community. An accomplished author, Tim regularly writes articles addressing critical elder law issues, such as retirement fund withdrawal rates, viatical and life settlements, and tax benefits for adult children caring for aging parents. His commitment to the profession extends to active membership in several bar associations, including the American Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. Tim also serves as a committee member of the Probate Practice and Estate Planning Committees of the Chicago Bar Association, where he frequently shares his insights through speaking engagements on relevant legal topics.
About Trusts Law
Trust attorneys help individuals and families create and administer trusts for asset protection, tax planning, and wealth transfer. Common matters include trust creation, trust administration, trust disputes, special needs trusts.
Credentials
Education
2005 Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology Juris Doctorate N/A University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2020 Illinois Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2019 Illinois Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers 2019 Leading Lawyer in Elder Law, Trust, Will and Estate Planning Law, Leading Lawyers Network 2018 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers 2017 Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Publications
2014 ISBA Young Lawyers Division Newsletter Estate Planning of the Rich and Famous 2012 Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Interpleader 2008 ABA Young Lawyers Division publication Deadlines and Tips in Estate Administration and Estate Litigation 2006 Blue Cross Blue Shield Association LifeTimes: Summary of 2006 Tax Law Changes
Associations
2011 - Present Chicago Bar Association Legislative Committee 2010 - Present Kane County Bar Association Member 2009 - Present Chicago-Kent College of Law Alumni Board Chair, Young Alumni Council 2005 - Present Illinois State Bar Association Member 2005 - Present DuPage County Bar Association, CLE Committee Member
Speaking
2015 SRES Group, North Shore Barrington Assoc of Realtors Estate Planning 2015 SRES Group, Mainstream Association Estate Planning 2015 Senior Resource Ralley Elder Law 2015 "From the Streets to the Courtroom" Elder Abuse & Financial Exploitation 2013 Weiss Memorial Hospital Hoarding
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Updated: May 25, 2026