Atty. Michael Thomas Kokal

Atty. Michael Thomas Kokal

Michael Thomas Kokal is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, cybersecurity and data privacy, construction and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Springfield Springfield 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michael Thomas Kokal at a glance

Michael Thomas Kokal is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, ip, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1992) and Missouri United States District Court, Southern District of Illinois United States District Court, C (1994). Educated at University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law (JD, 1992) and University of Notre Dame (Bachelor, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Associations •Defense Research Institute •Illinois Association of Defense Trial Counsel •Sangamon County Bar Association •Madison County Bar Association •Illinois State Bar Association •The Missouri Bar •American Bar Association. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Thomas Kokal is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, cybersecurity and data privacy, construction and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from University of Notre Dame in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Kokal's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael Thomas Kokal is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

Michael Thomas Kokal is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Springfield 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 Thomas Kokal

Where is Michael Thomas Kokal's law office located?
Michael Thomas Kokal's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Kokal handle?
Michael Thomas Kokal focuses on personal injury, business, ip, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael Thomas Kokal practiced law?
Michael Thomas Kokal has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael Thomas Kokal go to law school?
Michael Thomas Kokal earned their education at (JD, 1992); (Bachelor, 1987).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Kokal for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Thomas Kokal received?
Michael Thomas Kokal's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

JD
University of Missouri - Columbia School of Law
- 1992
Bachelor
University of Notre Dame
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1992
Missouri United States District Court, Southern District of Illinois United States District Court, C
Admitted: 1994

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