Atty. Michael G. Bailey
Michael G. Bailey is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, employee benefits, airport services and 9 other areas of law.
Airport Services & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael G. Bailey at a Glance
Michael G. Bailey is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on employment, tax, elder law, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and Illinois (1998). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1981) and Stanford University (A.B., 1977). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael G. Bailey
- Michael G. Bailey is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, employee benefits, airport services and 9 other areas of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Stanford University in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael G. Bailey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael G. Bailey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael G. Bailey is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael G. Bailey is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →
Elder Law in Chicago
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
Michael G. Bailey is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael G. Bailey is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Health Care Law in Chicago
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Michael G. Bailey is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care 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 G. Bailey
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 G. Bailey's practice in the field of employment, tax, elder law, government, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael G. Bailey 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 California and Illinois, Michael G. Bailey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, tax, and elder law, Michael G. Bailey 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 G. Bailey 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 G. Bailey Handles in Chicago
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael G. Bailey has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael G. Bailey directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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