Atty. Michael Steven Gershowitz

Atty. Michael Steven Gershowitz

Michael Steven Gershowitz is a lawyer practicing real estate, acquisition and disposition, corporate and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a M.B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 2005, and has been licensed for 29 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Steven Gershowitz at a glance

Michael Steven Gershowitz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997). Educated at University of Chicago (M.B.A., 2005) and Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Steven Gershowitz is a lawyer practicing real estate, acquisition and disposition, corporate and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a M.B.A. degree from University of Chicago in 2005, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michael practices at DLA Piper LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Steven Gershowitz's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Steven Gershowitz is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Steven Gershowitz is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Illinois →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Michael Steven Gershowitz is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant 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 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 Steven Gershowitz

Where is Michael Steven Gershowitz's law office located?
Michael Steven Gershowitz's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Steven Gershowitz handle?
Michael Steven Gershowitz focuses on business, real estate, m&a, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Steven Gershowitz practiced law?
Michael Steven Gershowitz has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michael Steven Gershowitz go to law school?
Michael Steven Gershowitz earned their education at (M.B.A., 2005); (J.D., 1997).
How can I contact Michael Steven Gershowitz for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Steven Gershowitz received?
Michael Steven Gershowitz's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

M.B.A.
University of Chicago
- 2005
J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997

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