Atty. Michele S. Kurlander

Atty. Michele S. Kurlander

Certified as WBE with Women's Business Enterprise National Council. Past winner of SBA award for women's business advocacy in Illinois and the region.

Chicago Chicago 57 yrs experience 57 year
Call (224) 561-2501 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michele S. Kurlander at a glance

Michele S. Kurlander is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kurlander & Associates. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1969) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chicago. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Certified as WBE with Women's Business Enterprise National Council
  • Past winner of SBA award for women's business advocacy in Illinois and the region

Practice Areas Explained

Michele S. Kurlander's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michele S. Kurlander handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

Michele S. Kurlander is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re 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 Michele S. Kurlander

Where is Michele S. Kurlander's law office located?
Michele S. Kurlander's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kurlander & Associates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele S. Kurlander handle?
Michele S. Kurlander focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michele S. Kurlander practiced law?
Michele S. Kurlander has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Michele S. Kurlander go to law school?
Michele S. Kurlander earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Michele S. Kurlander for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michele S. Kurlander received?
Michele S. Kurlander's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1969
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969

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