About Michael L.
Michael L. Strauss earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2001. He completed his legal education at a time when the practice of law was shifting to embrace new technologies. He has carried that practical perspective into his work ever since.
After graduating, Strauss began practicing law in Illinois. He built experience advising individuals and organizations on matters governed by state law. Over time he moved into private practice and joined a firm that operates in the same state where he was trained.
His career has been grounded in the Illinois legal system. Strauss has worked on matters before state tribunals and counselled clients on procedural and substantive issues that arise in local courts. He has navigated pleadings, motions and the ordinary rhythms of litigation and transactional practice in state forums.
Colleagues describe Strauss as steady and deliberate in the way he handles cases. He favors clear analysis and direct communication. Clients find that approach useful when deadlines or court schedules require quick, practical decisions.
Strauss is an attorney at Schlesinger & Strauss, L.L.C. There he practices alongside others who serve clients in Illinois. The firm provides a platform for lawyers to manage client work, coordinate filings and respond to developments in cases as they move through the courts.
Outside of direct client work, he keeps current on changes in Illinois law and court procedures. He monitors new rules and decisions that affect how cases proceed in the state courts. That habit helps him prepare filings and anticipate issues that may arise for clients.
Over the years Strauss has handled matters that reflect the everyday demands of practicing law in Illinois. He emphasizes clear client communication and practical planning. He currently practices at Schlesinger & Strauss, L.L.C., serving clients in matters governed by Illinois law.
