Atty. Michael Joseph Sterling

Atty. Michael Joseph Sterling

Michael Joseph Sterling is a lawyer practicing drug offenses, criminal law, traffic violations and 1 other area of law. Michael has been licensed for 50 years.

Lake Forest Lake Forest 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Sterling at a glance

Michael Joseph Sterling is a Member based in Lake Forest, Illinois, practicing at Michael J. Sterling, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1976). Serands clients in Lake Forest, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Sterling is a lawyer practicing drug offenses, criminal law, traffic violations and 1 other area of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at Michael J. Sterling, P.C. in Lake Forest, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Sterling's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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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 Lake Forest 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 Sterling

Where is Michael Joseph Sterling's law office located?
Michael Joseph Sterling's law practice is located in Lake Forest, Illinois. The firm is Michael J. Sterling, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Sterling handle?
Michael Joseph Sterling focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, criminal defense, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Sterling practiced law?
Michael Joseph Sterling has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Joseph Sterling go to law school?
Michael Joseph Sterling earned their education at (J.D., 1976).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Sterling for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976

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