Atty. Michael D. Whitty

Atty. Michael D. Whitty

Michael D. Whitty is a lawyer practicing elder law, partnership, business succession and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael D. Whitty at a glance

Michael D. Whitty is an Attorney based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Freeborn & Peters LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Texas (1989), Michigan (1993), Illinois U.S. Tax Court (1996), and Florida (2022). Educated at University of Texas at Austin School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association International Bar Association Family Firm Institute Attorneys for Family Held Enterprises Chicago Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael D. Whitty is a lawyer practicing elder law, partnership, business succession and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Freeborn & Peters LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Whitty's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael D. Whitty is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Michael D. Whitty is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael D. Whitty is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Michael D. Whitty is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →

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 D. Whitty

Where is Michael D. Whitty's law office located?
Michael D. Whitty's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Freeborn & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Whitty handle?
Michael D. Whitty focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael D. Whitty practiced law?
Michael D. Whitty has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael D. Whitty go to law school?
Michael D. Whitty earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael D. Whitty for a consultation?
You can contact Michael D. Whitty directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael D. Whitty received?
Michael D. Whitty's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin School of Law
- 1988
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1989
Michigan
Admitted: 1993
Illinois U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1996
Florida
Admitted: 2022

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