Atty. Michael Joseph Chmiel

Atty. Michael Joseph Chmiel

Michael Joseph Chmiel is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, business, debt collection and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Crystal Lake Crystal Lake 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Chmiel at a glance

Michael Joseph Chmiel is a formation, criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights attorney based in Crystal Lake, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin (1997), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supreme Court (1999). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1990) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Crystal Lake, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Chmiel is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, business, debt collection and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices in Crystal Lake, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Chmiel's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Michael Joseph Chmiel is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael Joseph Chmiel is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Michael Joseph Chmiel is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Crystal Lake 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 Joseph Chmiel

Where is Michael Joseph Chmiel's law office located?
Michael Joseph Chmiel's law practice is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Chmiel handle?
Michael Joseph Chmiel focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Chmiel practiced law?
Michael Joseph Chmiel has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Joseph Chmiel go to law school?
Michael Joseph Chmiel earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Chmiel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1990
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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