Atty. David Michael Holmes
David Michael Holmes is a lawyer practicing appellate, asia, e-discovery and 13 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About David Michael Holmes at a Glance
David Michael Holmes is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, employment, product liability, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of (1988) and Indiana (2007). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of DRI, Memberships & Affiliations American Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Michael Holmes
- David Michael Holmes is a lawyer practicing appellate, asia, e-discovery and 13 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
- David practices at Wilson Elser in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
David Michael Holmes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Holmes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Wrongful Death in Chicago
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Personal Injury in Chicago
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.
David Michael Holmes is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David Michael Holmes is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Product Liability in Chicago
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Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 David Michael Holmes
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 David Michael Holmes's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, employment, product liability, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Michael Holmes brings 38+ 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 U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of and Indiana, David Michael Holmes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and employment, David Michael Holmes 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 David Michael Holmes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David Michael Holmes Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters David Michael Holmes has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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