Atty. Michael S. Strauss

Atty. Michael S. Strauss

Michael S. Strauss is a lawyer practicing estate and trust planning, tax, business transactions and 4 other areas of law.

Northbrook Northbrook 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael S. Strauss at a glance

Michael S. Strauss is a Partner based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at Strauss Malk & Feder LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1998) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1998). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1998) and DePaul University (M.B.A. University, 1994). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael S. Strauss is a lawyer practicing estate and trust planning, tax, business transactions and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a M.B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Strauss Malk & Feder LLP in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Strauss's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael S. Strauss is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael S. Strauss is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 Northbrook 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. Strauss

Where is Michael S. Strauss's law office located?
Michael S. Strauss's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is Strauss Malk & Feder LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Strauss handle?
Michael S. Strauss focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael S. Strauss practiced law?
Michael S. Strauss has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael S. Strauss go to law school?
Michael S. Strauss earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.B.A. University, 1994).
How can I contact Michael S. Strauss for a consultation?
You can contact Michael S. Strauss 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.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1998
M.B.A. University
DePaul University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1998

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