About Michael
Michael Thompson built his legal career in a mix of large-firm practice and the smaller-firm environment he now runs. He earned his J.D. from the University of Iowa in 2001. That academic credential underpins a practice licensed in both Illinois and Iowa.
He began his professional life at Jenner & Block LLP as an associate in 2001. The work there exposed him to the structures and demands of a national litigation practice. In 2005 he moved to Seyfarth Shaw LLP, again serving as an associate. Those years deepened his experience in firm-based client work and courtroom preparation.
In 2011 he left the national-firm track to start Thompson & Thompson LLP. He is a founder and partner of the firm. Since opening the doors, he has overseen the firm’s growth and handled its management responsibilities while continuing to represent clients in the jurisdictions where he is admitted.
That progression — from large firms to a boutique practice of his own — has shaped how he approaches cases. He is accustomed to coordinating teams and to the procedural demands of litigation in multiple forums. His background at two established firms provided exposure to case development, client counseling, and the procedural rhythm of contested matters.
Colleagues describe him as steady and methodical in his courtroom preparations. He places emphasis on clear communication with clients and on organizing facts and filings to support litigation strategy. His time in Chicago-area and regional practices informs how he balances courtroom advocacy with the practical needs of businesses and individuals who hire outside counsel.
Outside of his casework, he has maintained the administrative responsibilities that come with running a firm. That includes staffing decisions, client intake processes, and overseeing the firm’s daily operations. He draws on his early years at larger firms when structuring teams and workflows at Thompson & Thompson.
He is licensed to practice in both Illinois and Iowa and maintains his office at Thompson & Thompson LLP. He practices through Thompson & Thompson LLP, representing clients in matters across Illinois and Iowa.
