Atty. Michael Douglas Block

Atty. Michael Douglas Block

Mr. Michael Douglas Block is a lawyer practicing personal injury, motor vehicle accident - plaintiff, workers' compensation law and 7 other areas of law.

Joliet Joliet 56 J. Erfahrung 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Douglas Block at a glance

Michael Douglas Block is a Member based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at Block, Klukas & Manzella, P.C.. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1970), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1970), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1971), and U.S. District Court District of Indiana (1986). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1970) and Roosevelt University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Will County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Worker's Compensation Lawyers Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Douglas Block is a lawyer practicing personal injury, motor vehicle accident - plaintiff, workers' compensation law and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Roosevelt University in 1968, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Michael practices at Block, Klukas & Manzella, P.C. in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Douglas Block's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Douglas Block handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Douglas Block is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Michael Douglas Block is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death 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.

Michael Douglas Block is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Douglas Block is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Michael Douglas Block is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Joliet 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 Michael Douglas Block

Where is Michael Douglas Block's law office located?
Michael Douglas Block's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is Block, Klukas & Manzella, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Douglas Block handle?
Michael Douglas Block focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Douglas Block practiced law?
Michael Douglas Block has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Michael Douglas Block go to law school?
Michael Douglas Block earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Michael Douglas Block for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Douglas Block 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 Michael Douglas Block received?
Michael Douglas Block's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1970
B.A.
Roosevelt University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1970
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court District of Indiana
Admitted: 1986
Texas
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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