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Michael C. Whalen is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Chicago, ILLINOIS
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Criminal Defense · Litigation
- Handles Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation matters from Chicago, ILLINOIS.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Michael C. Whalen: Michael C. Whalen is an attorney based in Chicago, ILLINOIS. The practice focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, and Litigation.
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Michael C. Whalen represents clients in Chicago, Illinois across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About Michael C. Whalen
Michael Whalen is an associate in the Litigation practice of Paul Hastings and is based in the firm’s Chicago office. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, internal corporate investigations, and white collar criminal defense.
Prior to joining Paul Hastings, Mr. Whalen clerked for the Honorable Thomas L. Ludington of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.
Mr. Whalen received his law degree from New York University School of Law in 2014. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, magna cum laude, in Political Science and Classics from the College of the Holy Cross in 2011. Mr. Whalen is admitted to practice law in Illinois. He is admitted to the bar in the Eastern District of Michigan and the Sixth Circuit.
Credentials
Education
New York University
J.D. · 2014
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Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
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What areas of law does Michael C. Whalen practice?
Michael C. Whalen focuses on Business, Criminal Defense, Litigation, and White Collar.
Where is Michael C. Whalen located?
Michael C. Whalen primarily serves clients in Chicago, Illinois, with an office at 333 West Wolf Point Plaza.
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