Atty. Michael Peter Holverson
Michael Peter Holverson is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Automobile Accidents & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 50+ Years Experience
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About Michael Peter Holverson at a Glance
Michael Peter Holverson is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at The Law Firm of Sandman, Levy and Petrich. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1976) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1976). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1976) and Trinity College (B.A. History, 1973). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations Association of Trial Lawyers of America Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Peter Holverson
- Michael Peter Holverson is a lawyer practicing plaintiffs personal injury, automobile accidents, slip and fall and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Michael practices at The Law Firm of Sandman, Levy and Petrich in Chicago, IL
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Michael Peter Holverson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Peter Holverson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Car Accidents in Chicago
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael Peter Holverson is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Chicago
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Peter Holverson is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Chicago
Michael Peter Holverson is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Michael Peter Holverson is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Michael Peter Holverson
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 Peter Holverson's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Peter Holverson brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit, Michael Peter Holverson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and slip & fall, Michael Peter Holverson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Michael Peter Holverson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Peter Holverson Handles in Chicago
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