Atty. Michael Joseph Summerhill

Atty. Michael Joseph Summerhill

Michael Joseph Summerhill is a lawyer practicing litigation, dispute resolution, securities & investment fraud. Michael received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Chicago Chicago 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Summerhill at a glance

Michael Joseph Summerhill is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Freeborn & Peters LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1998) and Illinois (2001). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1998) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1994). Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Summerhill is a lawyer practicing litigation, dispute resolution, securities & investment fraud
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from The Ohio State University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Freeborn & Peters LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Summerhill's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Joseph Summerhill

Where is Michael Joseph Summerhill's law office located?
Michael Joseph Summerhill's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Freeborn & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Summerhill handle?
Michael Joseph Summerhill focuses on securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Summerhill practiced law?
Michael Joseph Summerhill has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
What languages does Michael Joseph Summerhill speak?
Michael Joseph Summerhill provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael Joseph Summerhill go to law school?
Michael Joseph Summerhill earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Summerhill for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1998
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1994

Languages

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1998
Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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