Atty. Michael Andrew Pollard

Atty. Michael Andrew Pollard

Michael Andrew Pollard is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, compensation and employment, litigation and 8 other areas of law. Michael received a M.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Andrew Pollard at a glance

Michael Andrew Pollard is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1991). Educated at University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Chicago (M.A. University, 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Andrew Pollard is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, compensation and employment, litigation and 8 other areas of law
  • Michael received a M.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Andrew Pollard's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care Law

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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 Michael Andrew Pollard

Where is Michael Andrew Pollard's law office located?
Michael Andrew Pollard'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 Michael Andrew Pollard handle?
Michael Andrew Pollard focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Andrew Pollard practiced law?
Michael Andrew Pollard has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Andrew Pollard go to law school?
Michael Andrew Pollard earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (M.A. University, 1977).
How can I contact Michael Andrew Pollard for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Andrew Pollard 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 Michael Andrew Pollard received?
Michael Andrew Pollard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois College of Law
- 1983
M.A. University
University of Chicago
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Fourth Circuits and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illin
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit
Admitted: 2003
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 2011

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