Atty. Michael Patrick Kelleher
Michael Patrick Kelleher is a lawyer practicing creditor rights law, real estate, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Illinois Benedictine College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Elgin, IL · 38+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Kelleher at a Glance
Michael Patrick Kelleher is an Associate based in Elgin, Illinois, practicing at James A. Young & Associates, Ltd.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1988) and Illinois Benedictine College (B.A., 1983). Serves clients in Elgin, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Kelleher
- Michael Patrick Kelleher is a lawyer practicing creditor rights law, real estate, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Illinois Benedictine College in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Michael practices at James A. Young & Associates, Ltd. in Elgin, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Patrick Kelleher's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Kelleher handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Elgin.
Real Estate Law in Elgin
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Elgin
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael Patrick Kelleher is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Elgin
Michael Patrick Kelleher is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Elgin
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Patrick Kelleher is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Elgin
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 Elgin 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.
Elgin Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Elgin-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Elgin Choose Michael Patrick Kelleher
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Patrick Kelleher's practice in the field of real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Kelleher brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights, Michael Patrick Kelleher can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Elgin
A Elgin-based practice means Michael Patrick Kelleher attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Patrick Kelleher Handles in Elgin
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