Atty. Michael Joseph Zdeb

Atty. Michael Joseph Zdeb

Michael Joseph Zdeb is a lawyer practicing business, tax, mergers and acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Zdeb at a glance

Michael Joseph Zdeb is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, tax, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1976) and Loyola University of Chicago (A.B. Loyola, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Zdeb is a lawyer practicing business, tax, mergers and acquisitions and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Loyola University of Chicago in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Zdeb's Areas of Practice

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

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 Joseph Zdeb is one of 226,536 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 Joseph Zdeb is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

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

Michael Joseph Zdeb is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Joseph Zdeb is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Joseph Zdeb is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 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 Zdeb

Where is Michael Joseph Zdeb's law office located?
Michael Joseph Zdeb's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Zdeb handle?
Michael Joseph Zdeb focuses on estate planning, business, tax, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Joseph Zdeb practiced law?
Michael Joseph Zdeb has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Joseph Zdeb go to law school?
Michael Joseph Zdeb earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B. Loyola, 1972).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Zdeb for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Joseph Zdeb 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 Joseph Zdeb received?
Michael Joseph Zdeb's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
- 1976
A.B. Loyola
Loyola University of Chicago
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1976

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