Atty. Michael Allen Danforth

Atty. Michael Allen Danforth

Michael Allen Danforth is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, real estate, land use & zoning and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Waukegan Waukegan 31 Years Experience 31 year
Call (224) 452-5389

Profile Summary

About Michael Allen Danforth at a glance

Michael Allen Danforth is a Senior Counsel based in Waukegan, Illinois, practicing at Shaw Law Ltd.. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1995) and Illinois (2001). Educated at Regent University (J.D., 1994) and Northern Illinois University (B.A., 1986). Active member of Virginia, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Waukegan, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Allen Danforth is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, real estate, land use & zoning and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Shaw Law Ltd. in Waukegan, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Allen Danforth's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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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.

Michael Allen Danforth is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Allen Danforth is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael Allen Danforth is one of 36,102 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning 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 Waukegan 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 Michael Allen Danforth

Where is Michael Allen Danforth's law office located?
Michael Allen Danforth's law practice is located in Waukegan, Illinois. The firm is Shaw Law Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Allen Danforth handle?
Michael Allen Danforth focuses on divorce, probate, family law, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Allen Danforth practiced law?
Michael Allen Danforth has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Allen Danforth go to law school?
Michael Allen Danforth earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Allen Danforth for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Regent University
- 1994
B.A.
Northern Illinois University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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