Atty. Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.

Atty. Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, civil litigation, banking and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, Bloomington in 1996, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Vernon Hills Vernon Hills 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (224) 203-2827 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. at a glance

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is a Partner based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, practicing at Ralph, Schwab & Schiever Chartered. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1972), Illinois (1999), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1999). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1999) and Indiana University, Bloomington (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago, Lake County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Vernon Hills, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is a lawyer practicing real estate, civil litigation, banking and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Indiana University, Bloomington in 1996, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Michael practices at Ralph, Schwab & Schiever Chartered in Vernon Hills, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. 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.

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Construction Law

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights 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 Vernon Hills 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.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Vernon Hills or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.

Where is Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.'s law office located?
Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.'s law practice is located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. The firm is Ralph, Schwab & Schiever Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. handle?
Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, construction, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. practiced law?
Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. go to law school?
Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr. 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 Lawrence Ralph, Jr. received?
Michael Lawrence Ralph, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Indiana University, Bloomington
- 1996

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1972
Illinois
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1999

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.