Atty. Brian Michael Graham
Brian Michael Graham is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditor's rights. Brian received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1988, and has been licensed for 29 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 29+ Years Experience
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About Brian Michael Graham at a Glance
Brian Michael Graham is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Pedersen & Houpt A Professional Corporation. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and Indiana (2007). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1997) and DePaul University (B.A., 1988). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Michael Graham
- Brian Michael Graham is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, creditor's rights
- Brian received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1988, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Brian practices at Pedersen & Houpt A Professional Corporation in Chicago, IL
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Brian Michael Graham's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Michael Graham handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Brian Michael Graham is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Chicago
Brian Michael Graham is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Rights in Chicago
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Brian Michael Graham is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Brian Michael Graham
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Michael Graham's practice in the field of bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Michael Graham brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Indiana, Brian Michael Graham can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, creditor rights, and civil rights, Brian Michael Graham can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Brian Michael Graham attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Brian Michael Graham Handles in Chicago
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