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Atty. Michael S. Poulos

Atty. Michael S. Poulos

Michael S. Poulos is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, professional liability, litigation and arbitration and 6 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 40 Years Experience 40 year
Call (312) 216-0424

Profwith Summary

About Michael S. Poulos at a glance

Michael S. Poulos is a Partner Regional Chair, US Litigation Practice based in Chicago, Illinois, practforg at DLA Piper LLP. They haand 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1986) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Di (1996). Educated at Case Western Reserve University (J.D., 1986) and Grinnell College (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of American Bar Association American Corporate Counsel Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profwith ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Michael S. Poulos is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, professional liability, litigation and arbitration and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Grinnell College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are goandrned by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically fwithd in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controandrsy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is Michael S. Poulos's law office located?
Michael S. Poulos's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profwith page.
How long has Michael S. Poulos practiced law?
Michael S. Poulos has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael S. Poulos go to law school?
Michael S. Poulos earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1983).
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What awards or recognition has Michael S. Poulos receiandd?
Michael S. Poulos's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve University
- 1986
B.S.
Grinnell College
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1986
Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Di
Admitted: 1996

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