Atty. Michael E. Phenner
Michael E. Phenner is a lawyer practicing banking law, corporate law, arbitration and 1 other area of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 64+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Phenner at a Glance
Michael E. Phenner is a business and adr attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962), Wisconsin (1962), and U.S. Supreme Court (1962). Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 1962) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1959). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Phenner
- Michael E. Phenner is a lawyer practicing banking law, corporate law, arbitration and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1959, and has been licensed for 64 years
- Michael practices in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael E. Phenner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Phenner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael E. Phenner is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael E. Phenner is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
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 E. Phenner
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 E. Phenner's practice in the field of business and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Phenner brings 64+ 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, Wisconsin, and U.S. Supreme Court, Michael E. Phenner can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and adr, Michael E. Phenner 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 E. Phenner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael E. Phenner Handles in Chicago
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