Atty. Michelle Speller-Thurman

Atty. Michelle Speller-Thurman

Michelle Speller-Thurman is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, mergers / acquisitions. Michelle received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Chicago Chicago 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Speller-Thurman at a glance

Michelle Speller-Thurman is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Winston & Strawn LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on formation and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1999). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1999) and University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michelle Speller-Thurman is a lawyer practicing corporate / incorporation, mergers / acquisitions
  • Michelle received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in 1991, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Michelle practices at Winston & Strawn LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Speller-Thurman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle Speller-Thurman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Michelle Speller-Thurman is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michelle Speller-Thurman is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Michelle Speller-Thurman

Where is Michelle Speller-Thurman's law office located?
Michelle Speller-Thurman'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 Michelle Speller-Thurman handle?
Michelle Speller-Thurman focuses on formation, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michelle Speller-Thurman practiced law?
Michelle Speller-Thurman has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Michelle Speller-Thurman go to law school?
Michelle Speller-Thurman earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Michelle Speller-Thurman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michelle Speller-Thurman received?
Michelle Speller-Thurman's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1999
B.S.
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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