Atty. Theodore Michaelson Becker

Atty. Theodore Michaelson Becker

Theodore Michaelson Becker is a lawyer practicing admiralty / maritime, class actions, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Theodore received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Chicago Chicago 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Theodore Michaelson Becker at a glance

Theodore Michaelson Becker is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, class action, employment contracts, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circ (1975). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law J.D. summa cum laude (—) and Northwestern University M.A. Northwestern University Ph.D. Washington University A.B. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Theodore Michaelson Becker is a lawyer practicing admiralty / maritime, class actions, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Theodore received a M.A. degree from Northwestern University, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Theodore practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Theodore Michaelson Becker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore Michaelson Becker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Employment Contracts

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Civil Litigation

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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 Theodore Michaelson Becker

Where is Theodore Michaelson Becker's law office located?
Theodore Michaelson Becker's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Theodore Michaelson Becker handle?
Theodore Michaelson Becker focuses on employment, business, class action, employment contracts, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Theodore Michaelson Becker practiced law?
Theodore Michaelson Becker has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Theodore Michaelson Becker go to law school?
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How can I contact Theodore Michaelson Becker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Theodore Michaelson Becker received?
Theodore Michaelson Becker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Northwestern University School of Law J.D. summa cum laude
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Northwestern University M.A. Northwestern University Ph.D. Washington University A.B. summa cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circ
Admitted: 1975

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