Atty. Michael Arthur Rakov

Atty. Michael Arthur Rakov

Michael Arthur Rakov is a lawyer. Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Michael Arthur Rakov at a glance

Michael Arthur Rakov is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Michael A. Rakov. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1995), Illinois (1996), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri (1996). Educated at Washington University Law School (J.D., 1995) and Harvard University (B.A., 1990). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Arthur Rakov is a lawyer
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Michael A. Rakov in Chicago, IL

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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Where is Michael Arthur Rakov's law office located?
Michael Arthur Rakov's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Michael A. Rakov. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Michael Arthur Rakov has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
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Michael Arthur Rakov earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
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Education

J.D.
Washington University Law School
- 1995
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri
Admitted: 1996

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