Atty. Michael Scott Simon
Michael Scott Simon is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, employment litigation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Scott Simon at a Glance
Michael Scott Simon is a employment, business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1992). Educated at Loyola University of Chicago School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Tufts University (B.A., 1989). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Scott Simon
- Michael Scott Simon is a lawyer practicing general civil trial practice, employment litigation, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Tufts University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices in Chicago, IL
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Michael Scott Simon's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Simon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Employment Law in Chicago
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Scott Simon is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Scott Simon is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Scott Simon is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Michael Scott Simon
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Scott Simon's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Scott Simon brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, Michael Scott Simon can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Michael Scott Simon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Michael Scott Simon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Scott Simon Handles in Chicago
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