Atty. Michael Scott Leib

Atty. Michael Scott Leib

Michael Scott Leib is a lawyer practicing commercial, internal investigations, pro bono and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Leib at a glance

Michael Scott Leib is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trademark, criminal defense, business, real estate, and class action. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1996), New York (1997), and Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of (1997). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1996) and Duke University (B.A., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Scott Leib is a lawyer practicing commercial, internal investigations, pro bono and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices at Reed Smith LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Leib's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Class Action

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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 Leib

Where is Michael Scott Leib's law office located?
Michael Scott Leib's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Leib handle?
Michael Scott Leib focuses on trademark, criminal defense, business, real estate, class action. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Scott Leib practiced law?
Michael Scott Leib has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Scott Leib go to law school?
Michael Scott Leib earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1991).
How can I contact Michael Scott Leib for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1996
B.A.
Duke University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 1997
Illinois U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana U.S. District Court, Northern District of
Admitted: 1997

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