Atty. Michael Charles Whelan

Atty. Michael Charles Whelan

Michael Charles Whelan is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, state taxation, local taxation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Des Plaines Des Plaines 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Michael Charles Whelan at a glance

Michael Charles Whelan is a Member based in Des Plaines, Illinois, practicing at Michael C. Whelan. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1987). Educated at Creighton University (J.D., 1987) and Marquette University (B.S., 1984). Active member of Illinois State (Member, Federal Taxation Section) and American (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Des Plaines, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Charles Whelan is a lawyer practicing federal taxation, state taxation, local taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Marquette University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices at Michael C. Whelan in Des Plaines, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Charles Whelan's Areas of Practice

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

Tax 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 Des Plaines 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 Charles Whelan's law office located?
Michael Charles Whelan's law practice is located in Des Plaines, Illinois. The firm is Michael C. Whelan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Charles Whelan handle?
Michael Charles Whelan focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Charles Whelan practiced law?
Michael Charles Whelan has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael Charles Whelan go to law school?
Michael Charles Whelan earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
Creighton University
- 1987
B.S.
Marquette University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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