Atty. Michael Scott Elvin

Atty. Michael Scott Elvin

Michael Scott Elvin is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Chicago Chicago 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Elvin at a glance

Michael Scott Elvin is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1988), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1988), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1991), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana (1998). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1988) and Bucknell University (B.S.B.A., 1985). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Scott Elvin is a lawyer practicing employment & labor, litigation
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Bucknell University in 1985, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Elvin's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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 Scott Elvin

Where is Michael Scott Elvin's law office located?
Michael Scott Elvin's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Elvin handle?
Michael Scott Elvin focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Scott Elvin practiced law?
Michael Scott Elvin has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Scott Elvin go to law school?
Michael Scott Elvin earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.S.B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Michael Scott Elvin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1988
B.S.B.A.
Bucknell University
- 1985

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1998
Indiana
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Ninth Circuits
Admitted: 2002

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