Atty. Michael C. Diedrich

Atty. Michael C. Diedrich

Michael C. Diedrich is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, contested wills, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael C. Diedrich at a glance

Michael C. Diedrich is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Taft. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1998) and Loyola University, Chicago (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael C. Diedrich is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, contested wills, estate and gift taxation and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Loyola University, Chicago in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Taft in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C. Diedrich's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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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 C. Diedrich

Where is Michael C. Diedrich's law office located?
Michael C. Diedrich's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C. Diedrich handle?
Michael C. Diedrich focuses on wills, trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael C. Diedrich practiced law?
Michael C. Diedrich has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael C. Diedrich go to law school?
Michael C. Diedrich earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Michael C. Diedrich for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1998
B.A.
Loyola University, Chicago
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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