Atty. Michael James Faris

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.

Chicago Chicago 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael James Faris at a glance

Michael James Faris is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at Latham & Watkins LLP. They haand 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. 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). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • 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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is Michael James Faris's law office located?
Michael James Faris's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael James Faris practiced law?
Michael James Faris has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael James Faris go to law school?
Michael James Faris earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1986).
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1989
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
Washington
Admitted: 1999

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