Atty. Michael Sylvester Melbinger

Atty. Michael Sylvester Melbinger

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is a lawyer practicing tax, securities offerings, contracts & agreements and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Chicago Chicago 43 Years Experience 43 year
Call (872) 351-5452

Profile Summary

About Michael Sylvester Melbinger at a glance

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, tax, securities, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1983) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association American College of Employee Benefit Counsel. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Sylvester Melbinger is a lawyer practicing tax, securities offerings, contracts & agreements and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Sylvester Melbinger's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is one of 67,443 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Law

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

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Securities Law

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is one of 58,852 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Illinois →

Employment Contracts

Michael Sylvester Melbinger is one of 7,092 employment contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment contracts 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 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.

Looking for additional Illinois attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Chicago or all attorneys in Illinois.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Sylvester Melbinger

Where is Michael Sylvester Melbinger's law office located?
Michael Sylvester Melbinger's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Winston & Strawn LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Sylvester Melbinger handle?
Michael Sylvester Melbinger focuses on contracts, employment, tax, securities, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Sylvester Melbinger practiced law?
Michael Sylvester Melbinger has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Sylvester Melbinger go to law school?
Michael Sylvester Melbinger earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Michael Sylvester Melbinger for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Sylvester Melbinger directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Sylvester Melbinger received?
Michael Sylvester Melbinger's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Illinois
- 1983
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.