Atty. Michael Cullen Borders
Michael Cullen Borders is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Insurance & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael Cullen Borders at a Glance
Michael Cullen Borders is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dykema. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of Illinois (1981). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1981) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations Illinois Defense Counsel. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Cullen Borders
- Michael Cullen Borders is a lawyer practicing litigation, insurance, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Dykema in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Cullen Borders's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Cullen Borders handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Class Action in Chicago
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Product Liability in Chicago
Michael Cullen Borders is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Cullen Borders is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Michael Cullen Borders
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Cullen Borders's practice in the field of personal injury, class action, product liability, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Cullen Borders brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern and Central Districts of Illinois, Michael Cullen Borders can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, class action, and product liability, Michael Cullen Borders can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Michael Cullen Borders attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Cullen Borders Handles in Chicago
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