Atty. Michael James Faris
Michael James Faris is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, securities & investment fraud, securities litigation and professional liability and 1 other area of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.
Ethics & Professional Responsibility & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 36+ Years Experience
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About Michael James Faris at a Glance
Michael James Faris is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on white collar, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and Washington (1999). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1989) and Harvard University (A.B., 1986). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael James Faris
- Michael James Faris is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, securities & investment fraud, securities litigation and professional liability and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
- Michael practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in Chicago, IL
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Michael James Faris's Areas of Legal Practice
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White Collar Crimes in Chicago
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Securities Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Consumer Protection in Chicago
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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 James Faris
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 James Faris's practice in the field of white collar, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael James Faris brings 36+ 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 Illinois and Washington, Michael James Faris can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering white collar, securities, and litigation, Michael James Faris 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 James Faris attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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