Atty. Paul Michael Burnson

Atty. Paul Michael Burnson

Paul Michael Burnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drugs, dui and 10 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Illinois State University, and has been licensed for 8 years.

Chicago Chicago 8 yrs experience 8 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Michael Burnson at a glance

Paul Michael Burnson is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Chicago Trusted Attorneys. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, theft, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2018). Educated at John Marshall Law School J.D. (—) and Illinois State University B.A. Political Science (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul Michael Burnson is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drugs, dui and 10 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Illinois State University, and has been licensed for 8 years
  • Paul practices at Chicago Trusted Attorneys in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Burnson's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Theft & Property Crimes

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Traffic Violations

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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 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 Paul Michael Burnson

Where is Paul Michael Burnson's law office located?
Paul Michael Burnson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Chicago Trusted Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Burnson handle?
Paul Michael Burnson focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, theft, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Michael Burnson practiced law?
Paul Michael Burnson has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
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Education

John Marshall Law School J.D.
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Illinois State University B.A. Political Science
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2018

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