Atty. Sean Michael Powers

Atty. Sean Michael Powers

Sean Michael Powers is a lawyer practicing advertising, litigation. Sean received a B.A. degree from Willamette University, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Chicago Chicago 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Sean Michael Powers at a glance

Sean Michael Powers is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on litigation and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2009) and Willamette University B.A. Mathematics and Economics Willamette University B.A. summa cum laude 2006 (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sean Michael Powers is a lawyer practicing advertising, litigation
  • Sean received a B.A. degree from Willamette University, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Sean practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Michael Powers's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Sean Michael Powers

Where is Sean Michael Powers's law office located?
Sean Michael Powers's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Michael Powers handle?
Sean Michael Powers focuses on litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Sean Michael Powers practiced law?
Sean Michael Powers has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Sean Michael Powers go to law school?
Sean Michael Powers earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (—).
How can I contact Sean Michael Powers for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2009
Willamette University B.A. Mathematics and Economics Willamette University B.A. summa cum laude 2006
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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