Atty. Michael Hersh Korein

Atty. Michael Hersh Korein

Michael Hersh Korein is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury litigation, workers compensation, maritime law and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from University of Arizona in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Belleville Belleville 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Hersh Korein at a glance

Michael Hersh Korein is a Member based in Belleville, Illinois, practicing at Glass & Korein, LLC. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1992), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1995). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1989) and University of Arizona (B.S., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Madison County, St and Clair County, Illinois State (Member, Workers Compensation Committee) and American Bar Associations Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group. Serands clients in Belleville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Hersh Korein is a lawyer practicing plaintiff's personal injury litigation, workers compensation, maritime law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from University of Arizona in 1986, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Glass & Korein, LLC in Belleville, IL and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Hersh Korein's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael Hersh Korein is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Hersh Korein is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

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

Michael Hersh Korein is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 Belleville 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 Hersh Korein

Where is Michael Hersh Korein's law office located?
Michael Hersh Korein's law practice is located in Belleville, Illinois. The firm is Glass & Korein, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Hersh Korein handle?
Michael Hersh Korein focuses on personal injury, workers comp, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Hersh Korein practiced law?
Michael Hersh Korein has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Hersh Korein go to law school?
Michael Hersh Korein earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Hersh Korein for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Hersh Korein 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 Hersh Korein received?
Michael Hersh Korein's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1989
B.S.
University of Arizona
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995
Illinois
Admitted: 1995
Missouri
Admitted: 1996

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