Atty. William Michael Traynor

Atty. William Michael Traynor

William Michael Traynor is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice. William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About William Michael Traynor at a glance

William Michael Traynor is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at William M. Traynor Ltd.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. (—) and University of Wisconsin-Madison B.S. (—). Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Michael Traynor is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense, general practice
  • William received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at William M. Traynor Ltd. in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Traynor's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Northbrook 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 William Michael Traynor's law office located?
William Michael Traynor's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is William M. Traynor Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Traynor handle?
William Michael Traynor focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has William Michael Traynor practiced law?
William Michael Traynor has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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Education

Illinois Institute of Technology J.D.
- In Progress
University of Wisconsin-Madison B.S.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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