About Michael A.
Michael A. Shammas earned his law degree from DePaul College of Law and practices in Illinois. He trained in Chicago and entered private practice after completing his studies. He has built a career centered on courtroom work and the practical demands of litigation.
Early in his career he took on roles that exposed him to contested matters and trials. Over time he moved into firm ownership and management. As the lawyer and owner of Shammas Law Office, he balances casework with the administrative duties of running a small practice. That includes overseeing client intake, directing strategy in active matters, and handling courtroom appearances.
Shammas holds membership in the Trial Bar, a credential that allows him to appear in certain trial courts. He is also a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Those affiliations align with the trial-first character of his work and reflect ongoing engagement with professionals who litigate in Illinois courtrooms.
His day-to-day practice involves preparing cases for hearing and trial. He advises clients on procedural steps, gathers and evaluates evidence, and presents arguments in court when matters reach that stage. Running a small office means he is involved in both the substantive legal work and the practical aspects of case management. Clients who come to him are likely to deal directly with him through key stages of a matter rather than being transferred through a large team.
Colleagues describe his courtroom approach as straightforward. He prefers to focus on clear presentations of fact and law. In the office he spends time on research, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with experts when cases require it. He also handles negotiations and settlement discussions when those routes are appropriate for clients.
Shammas’s professional path keeps him rooted in Illinois practice. He continues to accept matters that require trial experience and court appearances. He maintains active memberships in bar groups that support trial lawyers and keeps his practice oriented toward litigation and courtroom advocacy.
He operates Shammas Law Office in Illinois and maintains an active practice handling trial-oriented matters and courtroom representation.
