Atty. Michael Lewis Weissman

Atty. Michael Lewis Weissman

Michael Lewis Weissman is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditors rights law, real estate and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1954, and has been licensed for 68 years.

Chicago Chicago 68 yrs experience 68 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Lewis Weissman at a glance

Michael Lewis Weissman is a chapter 13, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1958), Illinois (1959), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1960), and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1963). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1958) and Northwestern University (B.S. University, 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Lewis Weissman is a lawyer practicing banking law, creditors rights law, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 1954, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lewis Weissman's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Michael Lewis Weissman is one of 6,374 chapter 13 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 13 attorneys in Illinois →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Lewis Weissman 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 Lewis Weissman 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 Lewis Weissman is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Michael Lewis Weissman 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 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 Lewis Weissman

Where is Michael Lewis Weissman's law office located?
Michael Lewis Weissman's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lewis Weissman handle?
Michael Lewis Weissman focuses on chapter 13, business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Lewis Weissman practiced law?
Michael Lewis Weissman has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Michael Lewis Weissman go to law school?
Michael Lewis Weissman earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.S. University, 1954).
How can I contact Michael Lewis Weissman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Lewis Weissman 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 Lewis Weissman received?
Michael Lewis Weissman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1958
B.S. University
Northwestern University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1958
Illinois
Admitted: 1959
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit and Eighth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1983

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