Atty. Michael Sherwin Strauss

Atty. Michael Sherwin Strauss

Michael Sherwin Strauss is a lawyer practicing adoption, child support, divorce and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Libertyville Libertyville 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Sherwin Strauss at a glance

Michael Sherwin Strauss is a Member based in Libertyville, Illinois, practicing at Schlesinger & Strauss, LLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and adoption. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2004). Educated at University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (J.D. Human, 2004) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.S. Human, 1999). Active member of Kane County, Lake County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Libertyville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Sherwin Strauss is a lawyer practicing adoption, child support, divorce and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1999, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Michael practices at Schlesinger & Strauss, LLC in Libertyville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Sherwin Strauss's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Michael Sherwin Strauss is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

Child Support

Michael Sherwin Strauss is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Illinois →

Adoption

Michael Sherwin Strauss is one of 15,997 adoption attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adoption 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 Libertyville 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 Sherwin Strauss

Where is Michael Sherwin Strauss's law office located?
Michael Sherwin Strauss's law practice is located in Libertyville, Illinois. The firm is Schlesinger & Strauss, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Sherwin Strauss handle?
Michael Sherwin Strauss focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Sherwin Strauss practiced law?
Michael Sherwin Strauss has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Michael Sherwin Strauss go to law school?
Michael Sherwin Strauss earned their education at (J.D. Human, 2004); (B.S. Human, 1999).
How can I contact Michael Sherwin Strauss for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Human
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 2004
B.S. Human
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1999

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2004

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