Atty. Michael John Gaertner

Atty. Michael John Gaertner

Michael John Gaertner is a lawyer practicing insurance, ip pharmaceutical & biotechnology, business litigation & dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Michael John Gaertner at a glance

Michael John Gaertner is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at Locke Lord LLP. They haand 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Seventh and Eighth Circuits U.S. District Court, Central Dis (1989). Educated at College of William & Mary School of Law (J.D., 1989) and John Carroll University (B.S.B.A., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Chicago Bar Association (Member, Antitrust Section) American Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John Gaertner is a lawyer practicing insurance, ip pharmaceutical & biotechnology, business litigation & dispute resolution and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from John Carroll University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago, IL

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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 John Gaertner's law office located?
Michael John Gaertner's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael John Gaertner practiced law?
Michael John Gaertner has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael John Gaertner go to law school?
Michael John Gaertner earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S.B.A., 1986).
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What awards or recognition has Michael John Gaertner receiandd?
Michael John Gaertner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary School of Law
- 1989
B.S.B.A.
John Carroll University
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Seventh and Eighth Circuits U.S. District Court, Central Dis
Admitted: 1989

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