Atty. Michael John Riordan

Atty. Michael John Riordan

Michael John Riordan is a lawyer practicing securities. Michael John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Chicago Chicago 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael John Riordan at a glance

Michael John Riordan is an U.S. Secs. & Exchange Comm. based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on securities. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990) and Illinois (1992). Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1990) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1982). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John Riordan is a lawyer practicing securities
  • Michael John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael John practices in Chicago, IL

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Michael John Riordan's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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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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Where is Michael John Riordan's law office located?
Michael John Riordan's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John Riordan handle?
Michael John Riordan focuses on securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael John Riordan practiced law?
Michael John Riordan has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael John Riordan go to law school?
Michael John Riordan earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1982).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy
- 1990
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1990
Illinois
Admitted: 1992

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