Atty. Michael Joseph Diver

Atty. Michael Joseph Diver

Michael Joseph Diver is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, mergers & acquisitions, civil rights and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Chicago Chicago 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Michael Joseph Diver at a glance

Michael Joseph Diver is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, white collar, securities, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1996) and New York (2018). Educated at Lewis & Clark Law School (J.D., 1996) and Bucknell University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Diver is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, mergers & acquisitions, civil rights and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Diver's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Joseph Diver

Where is Michael Joseph Diver's law office located?
Michael Joseph Diver's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Diver handle?
Michael Joseph Diver focuses on business, m&a, white collar, securities, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Diver practiced law?
Michael Joseph Diver has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Joseph Diver go to law school?
Michael Joseph Diver earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Diver for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lewis & Clark Law School
- 1996
B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 2018

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