Atty. Richard Michael Saines

Atty. Richard Michael Saines

Richard Michael Saines is a lawyer practicing litigation, energy and natural resources, environmental and 4 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Chicago Chicago 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Michael Saines at a glance

Richard Michael Saines is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Baker And Mckenzie Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1996) and Miami University (B.S., 1991). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard Michael Saines is a lawyer practicing litigation, energy and natural resources, environmental and 4 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1991, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Richard practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Michael Saines's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Energy & Utilities 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Michael Saines

Where is Richard Michael Saines's law office located?
Richard Michael Saines's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Baker And Mckenzie Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Michael Saines handle?
Richard Michael Saines focuses on business, litigation, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Richard Michael Saines practiced law?
Richard Michael Saines has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Richard Michael Saines go to law school?
Richard Michael Saines earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1991).
How can I contact Richard Michael Saines for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1996
B.S.
Miami University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996

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