Atty. Paul Michael Phelps

Atty. Paul Michael Phelps

Paul Michael Phelps is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities law. Paul received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years.

Chicago Chicago 68 yrs experience 68 year
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About Paul Michael Phelps at a glance

Paul Michael Phelps is a securities attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 68+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1958. Admitted to practice in Illinois (Inactive) (1958). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1958) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1955). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Paul Michael Phelps is a lawyer practicing corporate & securities law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1955, and has been licensed for 68 years
  • Paul practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Michael Phelps's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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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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Where is Paul Michael Phelps's law office located?
Paul Michael Phelps's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Michael Phelps handle?
Paul Michael Phelps focuses on securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Paul Michael Phelps practiced law?
Paul Michael Phelps has 68+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1958.
Where did Paul Michael Phelps go to law school?
Paul Michael Phelps earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (B.A., 1955).
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Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1958
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1955

Bar Admissions

Illinois (Inactive)
Admitted: 1958

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