About Michael J
Michael J Harrison earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School. He completed his legal training at a school known for its emphasis on trial advocacy and practical skills. Those years laid a foundation for a career centered in Illinois courts and community-based practice.
After law school he entered private practice in Illinois. He is licensed to practice in the state and maintains ties to the local bar. He holds current membership in the DuPage County Bar Association, where he participates as a member of the local legal community and keeps informed about developments in Illinois law.
His career has been built around operating a small, client-focused office. Over time he has developed a rhythm common to solo and small-firm practitioners: handling a variety of matters, managing casework from intake through disposition, and advising clients on procedural and substantive issues. That mix requires both courtroom readiness and attention to the day-to-day tasks that keep cases moving.
Colleagues and clients often describe his approach as straightforward. He favors clear explanations over legalese. He aims to set realistic expectations and to explain options in plain terms. That style suits the practical problems many clients bring to a solo office — disputes that need resolution, paperwork that must be completed, decisions that carry financial or personal consequences.
He serves as principal of the Law Office of Michael J. Harrison. The office provides legal counsel and representation across matters arising under Illinois law. He keeps an active practice in the state and continues to take cases through trial or negotiated resolution depending on what each client needs. As of 2026 he maintains a solo practice as principal of the Law Office of Michael J. Harrison, representing clients in matters across Illinois.
