Atty. James Edward Michel

Atty. James Edward Michel

James Edward Michel is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, telecommunications, sports and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Chicago Chicago 22 yrs experience 22 year
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About James Edward Michel at a glance

James Edward Michel is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barnes & Thornburg LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, bankruptcy, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit United States District Court for the Northern (2004) and Indiana (2009). Educated at Loyola University School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Purdue University (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Edward Michel is a lawyer practicing energy & utilities, telecommunications, sports and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Purdue University in 1998, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • James practices at Barnes & Thornburg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

James Edward Michel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Edward Michel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Breach of Contract

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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 James Edward Michel

Where is James Edward Michel's law office located?
James Edward Michel's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barnes & Thornburg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Edward Michel handle?
James Edward Michel focuses on contracts, business, ip, bankruptcy, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has James Edward Michel practiced law?
James Edward Michel has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did James Edward Michel go to law school?
James Edward Michel earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact James Edward Michel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University School of Law
- 2004
B.A.
Purdue University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit United States District Court for the Northern
Admitted: 2004
Indiana
Admitted: 2009

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