Atty. Michael C. Terranova

Atty. Michael C. Terranova

Prior to becoming an attorney, Mike served in the United States Marine Corps where had multiple deployments. Mike participated in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom which included a tour in Iraq.

Chicago Chicago 12 yrs experience 12 year
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About Michael C. Terranova at a glance

Michael C. Terranova is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cogan & Power, P.C. Attorneys at Law. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2014). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. (—) and Western Illinois University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Prior to becoming an attorney, Mike served in the United States Marine Corps where had multiple deployments
  • Mike participated in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom which included a tour in Iraq
  • In recognition of this Mike was awarded several medals and commendations and ultimately achieved the rank of Sergeant.After his service, Mike became a Journeyman Rigger with Local 136 before taking a withdrawal card to attend Western Illinois University
  • While at Western Mike spent his summers working for the Riggers as well as the Ironworkers of Local 63
  • After graduation, Mike worked as a Safety Consultant for companies such as US Steel, Brandenberg, ArcelorMittal, Midwest Generation, and many others
  • He eventually took a position as a Risk Management Consultant for the Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust.After several years with the Illinois Counties Risk Management Trust, Mike was accepted to the Chicago-Kent College of Law, where he graduated with a Certificate in Labor and Employment Law
  • While at Chicago-Kent, Mike broadened his legal experience with positions at the Chicago Legal Clinic, at a boutique labor law firm in Chicago, and at the Cook County State's Attorney's Office, where he utilized his 711 license in the Felony Trial Division

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C. Terranova's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C. Terranova 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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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

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Where is Michael C. Terranova's law office located?
Michael C. Terranova's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cogan & Power, P.C. Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C. Terranova handle?
Michael C. Terranova focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael C. Terranova practiced law?
Michael C. Terranova has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
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Education

Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology J.D.
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Western Illinois University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2014

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