Atty. Derek Michael Love

Atty. Derek Michael Love

Derek Michael Love is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 8 other areas of law. Derek received a degree from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Chicago Chicago 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Derek Michael Love at a glance

Derek Michael Love is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on personal injury, tax, product liability, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2010). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 2010) and Georgetown University School of Foreign Service (B.S.F.S. Georgetown, 2004). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Derek Michael Love is a lawyer practicing civil rights, elder law, election campaigns & political law and 8 other areas of law
  • Derek received a degree from Georgetown University School of Foreign Service in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Derek practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Derek Michael Love's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Tax Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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 Derek Michael Love

Where is Derek Michael Love's law office located?
Derek Michael Love's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derek Michael Love handle?
Derek Michael Love focuses on personal injury, tax, product liability, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Derek Michael Love practiced law?
Derek Michael Love has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Derek Michael Love go to law school?
Derek Michael Love earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S.F.S. Georgetown, 2004).
How can I contact Derek Michael Love for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 2010
B.S.F.S. Georgetown
Georgetown University School of Foreign Service
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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