Atty. Jonathan William Michael

Atty. Jonathan William Michael

Mr. Jonathan William Michael is a lawyer practicing wealth and succession planning, family offices, estate planning and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 32 Years Experience 32 year
Call (312) 675-8296

Profile Summary

About Jonathan William Michael at a glance

Jonathan William Michael is a probate, family law, estate planning, business, and tax attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Florida (1994), Illinois (1995), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Tax Court (1996), and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1994) and Miami University (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and Illinois State Bar Associations The Florida Bar Association The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jonathan William Michael is a lawyer practicing wealth and succession planning, family offices, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • Jonathan received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Jonathan practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Jonathan William Michael's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jonathan William Michael is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Jonathan William Michael is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Jonathan William Michael is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jonathan William Michael

Where is Jonathan William Michael's law office located?
Jonathan William Michael's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jonathan William Michael handle?
Jonathan William Michael focuses on probate, family law, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Jonathan William Michael practiced law?
Jonathan William Michael has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Jonathan William Michael go to law school?
Jonathan William Michael earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Jonathan William Michael for a consultation?
You can contact Jonathan William Michael directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jonathan William Michael received?
Jonathan William Michael's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1994
B.S.
Miami University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1994
Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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