Atty. Michael R. Spanel

Atty. Michael R. Spanel

Michael R. Spanel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, transportation, products liability and 1 other area of law.

Chicago Chicago 11 yrs experience 11 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael R. Spanel at a glance

Michael R. Spanel is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2015), United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2017), and United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana (2020). Educated at Chicago Kent College of Law (J.D., 2015) and University of Wisconsin - Madison (M.Eng., 2012). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael R. Spanel is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, transportation, products liability and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a M.Eng. degree from University of Wisconsin - Madison in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • Michael practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Spanel's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 R. Spanel

Where is Michael R. Spanel's law office located?
Michael R. Spanel's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Spanel handle?
Michael R. Spanel focuses on construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael R. Spanel practiced law?
Michael R. Spanel has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Michael R. Spanel go to law school?
Michael R. Spanel earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (M.Eng., 2012).
How can I contact Michael R. Spanel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago Kent College of Law
- 2015
M.Eng.
University of Wisconsin - Madison
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2015
United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2017
United States District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 2020

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