Atty. William Michael Long

Atty. William Michael Long

William Michael Long is a lawyer practicing private wealth services, trusts, fiduciary advisory services and 3 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About William Michael Long at a glance

William Michael Long is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Tax Court (1990). Educated at DePaul University (LL.M. Taxation, 1993) and Bradley University (B.S. Accounting, 1981). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • William Michael Long is a lawyer practicing private wealth services, trusts, fiduciary advisory services and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Bradley University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • William practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Long's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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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 Chicago 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 William Michael Long

Where is William Michael Long's law office located?
William Michael Long's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Long handle?
William Michael Long focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Michael Long practiced law?
William Michael Long has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did William Michael Long go to law school?
William Michael Long earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1993); (B.S. Accounting, 1981).
How can I contact William Michael Long for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
DePaul University
- 1993
B.S. Accounting
Bradley University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1990

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