Atty. Michael David Rechtin

Atty. Michael David Rechtin

Michael David Rechtin is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a Ph.D. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Chicago Chicago 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael David Rechtin at a glance

Michael David Rechtin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on formation, bankruptcy, health care, maritime, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982) and Wisconsin Courts of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Northern District of Illinois U.S. Patent and Tr (1988). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (Ph.D. Solid, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael David Rechtin is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, antitrust & trade law, bankruptcy & debt and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a Ph.D. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1970, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Rechtin's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Health Care Law

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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Energy & Utilities 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 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 David Rechtin

Where is Michael David Rechtin's law office located?
Michael David Rechtin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Rechtin handle?
Michael David Rechtin focuses on formation, bankruptcy, health care, maritime, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael David Rechtin practiced law?
Michael David Rechtin has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael David Rechtin go to law school?
Michael David Rechtin earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (Ph.D. Solid, 1970).
How can I contact Michael David Rechtin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael David Rechtin received?
Michael David Rechtin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago Kent College of Law
- 1983
Ph.D. Solid
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982
Wisconsin Courts of Appeals for the Federal Circuit Northern District of Illinois U.S. Patent and Tr
Admitted: 1988

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