Atty. Michael William Hansen
Michael William Hansen is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate law, estate planning and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Joliet, IL · 50+ Years Experience
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About Michael William Hansen at a Glance
Michael William Hansen is a Member based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at Kavanagh Grumley & Gorbold LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1976) and Illinois (1977). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1975) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael William Hansen
- Michael William Hansen is a lawyer practicing real estate, corporate law, estate planning and 7 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Michael practices at Kavanagh Grumley & Gorbold LLC in Joliet, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Michael William Hansen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael William Hansen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Joliet.
Business Formation in Joliet
Michael William Hansen is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →
Estate Planning & Probate in Joliet
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael William Hansen is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Business & Corporate Law in Joliet
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael William Hansen is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Joliet
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael William Hansen is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Land Use & Zoning in Joliet
Michael William Hansen is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Joliet
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 Joliet 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.
Joliet Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Joliet-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 Joliet Choose Michael William Hansen
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 William Hansen's practice in the field of formation, estate planning, business, real estate, and zoning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael William Hansen brings 50+ 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 Iowa and Illinois, Michael William Hansen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, estate planning, and business, Michael William Hansen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Joliet
A Joliet-based practice means Michael William Hansen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael William Hansen Handles in Joliet
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