Atty. Michael A. Rom
Michael A. Rom is a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago with a double major in History and Political Science which included a semester at the John Felice Rome Center in Rome, Italy.
Workers Compensation Attorney · Serving Chesterton, IN · 33+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Rom at a Glance
Michael A. Rom is an Of Counsel based in Chesterton, Indiana, practicing at Allen Law Group. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993). Educated at DePaul University College of Law J.D. (—) and Loyola University of Chicago B.A. History and Political Science (—). Serves clients in Chesterton, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Rom
- Michael A. Rom is a graduate of Loyola University of Chicago with a double major in History and Political Science which included a semester at the John Felice Rome Center in Rome, Italy
- He received his Juris Doctorate from DePaul University College of Law
- At DePaul he was a member of the Moot Court Society and was chosen to represent the school at two prestigious competitions in 1992 (Duke University) and 1993 (SUNY-Albany School of Law)
- For the past 32 years his practice has concentrated in Workers’ Compensation, representing injured workers throughout the State of Illinois
- He has litigated hundreds of claims before the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission
- In addition, he has argued numerous cases before the Illinois Appellate Court
- He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA)
- the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
- the Workers’ Compensation Lawyers’ Association (WCLA) and the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG)
- Michael served as the chair of the Worker’s Compensation Section of the ISBA during the 2022-2023 session
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Rom's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Rom handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chesterton.
Workers Compensation in Chesterton
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chesterton
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chesterton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chesterton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chesterton-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 Chesterton Choose Michael A. Rom
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 Michael A. Rom's practice in the field of workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Rom brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means Michael A. Rom's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chesterton
A Chesterton-based practice means Michael A. Rom 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 Michael A. Rom Handles in Chesterton
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