Atty. Michael F. Otto

Atty. Michael F. Otto

Michael F. Otto is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation and counseling, reinsurance.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael F. Otto at a glance

Michael F. Otto is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jenner & Block LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on insurance. Admitted to practice in Missouri (Inactive) (1995), Illinois (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2010), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar (2011). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1995) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 1990). Active member of Chicago Bar Association Appellate Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael F. Otto is a lawyer practicing insurance litigation and counseling, reinsurance
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 1990, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Jenner & Block LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael F. Otto's Areas of Practice

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 F. Otto

Where is Michael F. Otto's law office located?
Michael F. Otto's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jenner & Block LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael F. Otto handle?
Michael F. Otto focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael F. Otto practiced law?
Michael F. Otto has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael F. Otto go to law school?
Michael F. Otto earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Michael F. Otto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1995
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Missouri (Inactive)
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Admitted: 2011

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