Atty. Michael Jon Shalbrack

Atty. Michael Jon Shalbrack

Michael Jon Shalbrack is a lawyer practicing corporate & business transactions, estate planning, administration & probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Michael Jon received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Jon Shalbrack at a glance

Michael Jon Shalbrack is a Member based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at HolmstromKennedyPC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1984), and U.S. Tax Court (1988). Educated at DePaul University (J.D. Tax, 1984) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Winnebago County Bar Association Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Jon Shalbrack is a lawyer practicing corporate & business transactions, estate planning, administration & probate, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael Jon received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael Jon practices at HolmstromKennedyPC in Rockford, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Jon Shalbrack's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

Michael Jon Shalbrack is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Jon Shalbrack is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

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

Michael Jon Shalbrack 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 Rockford 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 Jon Shalbrack

Where is Michael Jon Shalbrack's law office located?
Michael Jon Shalbrack's law practice is located in Rockford, Illinois. The firm is HolmstromKennedyPC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Jon Shalbrack handle?
Michael Jon Shalbrack focuses on probate, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Jon Shalbrack practiced law?
Michael Jon Shalbrack has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael Jon Shalbrack go to law school?
Michael Jon Shalbrack earned their education at (J.D. Tax, 1984); (B.B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Jon Shalbrack for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Jon Shalbrack directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Jon Shalbrack received?
Michael Jon Shalbrack's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Tax
DePaul University
- 1984
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1988

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