F. Raymond Lewis, Tax Attorney in Highland Park, Illinois
Over 67 years of legal practice · focused on Tax, Trusts, and Wills
Highland Park, IL
Practicing tax in Highland Park since 1959.
- 67+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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F. Raymond Lewis is an attorney based in Highland Park, IL. The practice focuses on Tax, Trusts, and Wills. F. has over 67 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Highland Park, IL
- Experience
- over 67 years
- Known for
- Tax · Trusts · Wills
- Handles Tax, Trusts, and Wills matters from Highland Park, IL.
- Over 67 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About F. Raymond Lewis: F. Raymond Lewis is an attorney based in Highland Park, IL. The practice focuses on Tax, Trusts, and Wills. F. has over 67 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by F. Raymond Lewis
F. concentrates on tax, trusts, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case F. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Tax cases in Highland Park, Illinois
F. takes tax matters in Highland Park, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before F. agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Highland Park, Illinois
F. takes trusts matters in Highland Park, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before F. agrees to represent you.
Wills cases in Highland Park, Illinois
F. takes wills matters in Highland Park, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before F. agrees to represent you.
Biography
About F. Raymond Lewis — Over 67 years of Illinois tax experience
F. Raymond Lewis is an attorney based in Highland Park, IL. The practice focuses on Tax, Trusts, and Wills. F. has over 67 years of legal experience.
F. Raymond Lewis is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, taxation. F. Raymond received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1951, and has been licensed for 67 years. F. Raymond practices in Highland Park, IL.
Working with F. on a tax matter
F. Raymond Lewis is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, taxation. F. Raymond received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1951, and has been licensed for 67 years. F. Raymond practices in Highland Park, IL.
Who F. represents
F. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for tax, trusts, and wills matters in Highland Park and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
F. Raymond Lewis's legal education and bar admissions
Northwestern University
J.D. · 1954
Northwestern University
B.S. Northwestern · 1951
Jurisdictions
F.'s state bar admissions
Illinois
1959 · ACTIVE
F. studied at J.D. in Northwestern University and B.S. Northwestern in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
F. completed J.D. in Northwestern University and B.S. Northwestern in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice F. runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
F. Raymond Lewis's office in Highland Park
F.'s primary office is at 703 Kincaid St., Highland Park, IL, 60035. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire F. Raymond Lewis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with F. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
F. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain F.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; F. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a tax attorney in Highland Park, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for F.
F. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. F. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
F.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about F. Raymond Lewis
How much does it cost to hire F. for a tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. F. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does F. offer a free consultation?
F. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain F.'s office. Some tax attorneys offer free consults — check F.'s current terms during booking.
How long do tax cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple tax matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. F. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can F. take my case if I'm outside Highland Park?
F. is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — F. will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with F.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. F. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is F. accepting new tax clients right now?
F.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Tax attorneys serving Highland Park, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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