Atty. Michael J. Durkin
Michael J. Durkin is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate.
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Michael J. Durkin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Pedersen & Houpt A Professional Corporation. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts and probate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1983) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael J. Durkin is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, probate
- Michael J. received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael J. practices at Pedersen & Houpt A Professional Corporation in Chicago, IL
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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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