Atty. Michael S. Baird

Atty. Michael S. Baird

Michael S. Baird is a lawyer practicing personal injury, professional negligence, medical malpractice and 22 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael S. Baird at a glance

Michael S. Baird is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Stotis & Baird Chartered. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1977). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Wisconsin (B.A. Philosophy, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association Federal Trial Bar for the Northern District of Illinois Admitted pro hac vice in Wisconsin, California, New York, and Virginia. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael S. Baird is a lawyer practicing personal injury, professional negligence, medical malpractice and 22 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices at Stotis & Baird Chartered in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Baird's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael S. Baird is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Illinois →

Probate

Michael S. Baird is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Michael S. Baird is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Michael S. Baird is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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 S. Baird is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 S. Baird

Where is Michael S. Baird's law office located?
Michael S. Baird's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Stotis & Baird Chartered. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Baird handle?
Michael S. Baird focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael S. Baird practiced law?
Michael S. Baird has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael S. Baird go to law school?
Michael S. Baird earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A. Philosophy, 1974).
How can I contact Michael S. Baird for a consultation?
You can contact Michael S. Baird 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 S. Baird received?
Michael S. Baird's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1977
B.A. Philosophy
University of Wisconsin
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977

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