Raymond Lyons, Insurance Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 46 years of legal practice
Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD
Chicago, IL
Practicing insurance in Chicago since 1980.
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Raymond Lyons is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Insurance. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Insurance
- Handles Insurance matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
About Raymond Lyons: Raymond Lyons is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Insurance. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Raymond Lyons
Raymond concentrates on insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Raymond handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Chicago, Illinois
Raymond takes insurance matters in Chicago, 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 Raymond agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Raymond Lyons — Over 46 years of Illinois insurance experience
Raymond Lyons is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Insurance. Raymond has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD.
Raymond Lyons is a partner with Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis Ltd. in Chicago, Illinois. He is a member of the firm’s product liability, construction, transportation, and tort defense practice groups. His practice focuses on the defense of product liability, construction, transportation, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and insurance-related litigation in state and federal courts nationwide. His recognized practice areas include Litigation – Insurance.
Mr. Lyons serves as vice-chair of the product liability group of the Primerus Defense Institute. He has received an AV peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting recognition by members of the legal profession for ethical standards and legal ability.
With more than 30 years of jury trial experience, Mr. Lyons has litigated hundreds of matters in state and federal courts across the United States and has tried more than 40 cases to verdict. His experience includes representing clients in industries such as manufacturing, construction, transportation, insurance, and services. His client experience includes work for TruGreen Limited Partnership, TruGreen Lawncare LLC, The Terminix International Company, L.P., ServiceMaster Company, Manchester Tank & Equipment Company, McWane, Inc., Tyler Pipe, Inc., Gehl Company, Walsh Construction, Gertz Electric Company, National Indemnity Insurance Company, and Zurich Insurance Company.
Mr. Lyons has substantial experience handling product liability, construction, fraud, transportation, and insurance defense matters. He has represented pressure container manufacturers and agricultural equipment manufacturers in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. He has also served as national trial counsel for pest control and lawn care companies, representing these clients in transportation, toxic tort, construction defect, general liability, and insurance litigation matters.
Working with Raymond on a insurance matter
Raymond Lyons is a partner with Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis Ltd. in Chicago, Illinois. He is a member of the firm’s product liability, construction, transportation, and tort defense practice groups. His practice focuses on the defense of product liability, construction, transportation, catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and insurance-related litigation in state and federal courts…
Who Raymond represents
Raymond reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Raymond Lyons's legal education and bar admissions
Loyola University Chicago
B.S. · 1973
DePaul University
J.D. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Raymond's state bar admissions
Illinois, Illinois S
1980 · ACTIVE
Raymond studied at B.S. in Loyola University Chicago and J.D. in DePaul University.
Law school and academic background
Raymond completed B.S. in Loyola University Chicago and J.D. in DePaul University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Raymond runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Raymond Lyons
Raymond has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026).
Locations
Raymond Lyons's office in Chicago
Raymond's primary office is at 230 West Monroe Street, Suite 2260, Chicago, Illinois, 60606-4703. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lipe Lyons Murphy Nahrstadt & Pontikis LTD
230 West Monroe Street, Suite 2260
Chicago, Illinois 60606-4703
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How to hire Raymond Lyons — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Raymond usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Raymond charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond'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; Raymond will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Chicago, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Raymond
Raymond discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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. Raymond confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Raymond's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Raymond Lyons
How much does it cost to hire Raymond for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Raymond walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Raymond offer a free consultation?
Raymond charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Raymond's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Raymond's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple insurance 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. Raymond gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Raymond take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Raymond 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 — Raymond 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 Raymond?
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. Raymond will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Raymond accepting new insurance clients right now?
Raymond's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
Raymond handles insurance matters throughout Illinois. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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