Atty. Brent Michael Steele

Atty. Brent Michael Steele

Brent Michael Steele is a lawyer practicing general practice, securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance and 2 other areas of law. Brent received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Brent Michael Steele at a glance

Brent Michael Steele is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2009) and University of Missouri (B.S., 2006). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brent Michael Steele is a lawyer practicing general practice, securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance and 2 other areas of law
  • Brent received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Brent practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brent Michael Steele's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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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 Brent Michael Steele

Where is Brent Michael Steele's law office located?
Brent Michael Steele's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brent Michael Steele handle?
Brent Michael Steele focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brent Michael Steele practiced law?
Brent Michael Steele has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Brent Michael Steele go to law school?
Brent Michael Steele earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S., 2006).
How can I contact Brent Michael Steele for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 2009
B.S.
University of Missouri
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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