Atty. Michael Lance Cebula

Atty. Michael Lance Cebula

Michael Lance Cebula is a lawyer practicing litigation department, general practice, professional responsibility. Michael received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.

Chicago Chicago 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (312) 535-4941

Profile Summary

About Michael Lance Cebula at a glance

Michael Lance Cebula is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Jenner & Block LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2005), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2005), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (2010). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2005) and Xavier University (B.A., 2001). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Lance Cebula is a lawyer practicing litigation department, general practice, professional responsibility
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Xavier University in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michael practices at Jenner & Block LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lance Cebula's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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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 venue, 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

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Where is Michael Lance Cebula's law office located?
Michael Lance Cebula's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Jenner & Block LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lance Cebula handle?
Michael Lance Cebula focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Lance Cebula practiced law?
Michael Lance Cebula has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michael Lance Cebula go to law school?
Michael Lance Cebula earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2001).
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2005
B.A.
Xavier University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 2010

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