Atty. Michael William Ott

Atty. Michael William Ott

Michael William Ott is a lawyer practicing litigation, mediation, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from The College of William & Mary in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Chicago Chicago 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (312) 748-0515

Profile Summary

About Michael William Ott at a glance

Michael William Ott is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Schiff Hardin LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on formation, bankruptcy, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2007) and US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2007). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and The College of William & Mary (B.A., 2003). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael William Ott is a lawyer practicing litigation, mediation, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from The College of William & Mary in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Michael practices at Schiff Hardin LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael William Ott's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

Michael William Ott is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Civil Litigation

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

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael William Ott is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael William Ott

Where is Michael William Ott's law office located?
Michael William Ott's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Schiff Hardin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael William Ott handle?
Michael William Ott focuses on formation, bankruptcy, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael William Ott practiced law?
Michael William Ott has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Michael William Ott go to law school?
Michael William Ott earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Michael William Ott for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 2007
B.A.
The College of William & Mary
- 2003

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2007
US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007

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