Atty. Michael Patrick McStay

Atty. Michael Patrick McStay

Michael Patrick McStay is a lawyer practicing corporate law. Michael Patrick received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years.

Chicago Chicago 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Patrick McStay at a glance

Michael Patrick McStay is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Ropes & Gray LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2011). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Indiana University (B.S., 2006). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Patrick McStay is a lawyer practicing corporate law
  • Michael Patrick received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 2006, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Michael Patrick practices at Ropes & Gray LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Patrick McStay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick McStay 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.

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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 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 Patrick McStay

Where is Michael Patrick McStay's law office located?
Michael Patrick McStay's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Ropes & Gray LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Patrick McStay handle?
Michael Patrick McStay focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Patrick McStay practiced law?
Michael Patrick McStay has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Michael Patrick McStay go to law school?
Michael Patrick McStay earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.S., 2006).
How can I contact Michael Patrick McStay for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2010
B.S.
Indiana University
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2011

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