Atty. Michael J. Huft

Atty. Michael J. Huft

Michael J. Huft is a lawyer practicing tax-exempt organizations, estate planning, international commercial law and 2 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Huft at a glance

Michael J. Huft is a Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1995). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Michigan (Ph.D. Biology, 1979). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Huft is a lawyer practicing tax-exempt organizations, estate planning, international commercial law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a Ph.D. degree from University of Michigan in 1979, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Huft's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael J. Huft is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael J. Huft is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 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 J. Huft

Where is Michael J. Huft's law office located?
Michael J. Huft's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Huft handle?
Michael J. Huft focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael J. Huft practiced law?
Michael J. Huft has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael J. Huft go to law school?
Michael J. Huft earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (Ph.D. Biology, 1979).
How can I contact Michael J. Huft for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1995
Ph.D. Biology
University of Michigan
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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