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Atty. Michael Brent McHale

Atty. Michael Brent McHale

Michael Brent McHale is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecutions. Michael received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Michael Brent McHale at a glance

Michael Brent McHale is an Asst. State Atty. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1991) and Wayne State University (B.S., 1987). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Brent McHale is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecutions
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Wayne State University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

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Michael Brent McHale's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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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Where is Michael Brent McHale's law office located?
Michael Brent McHale's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Brent McHale handle?
Michael Brent McHale focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Brent McHale practiced law?
Michael Brent McHale has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Brent McHale go to law school?
Michael Brent McHale earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1991
B.S.
Wayne State University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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