LAWYER PROFILE
Michael Dockterman

Michael Dockterman

USA 2026

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USA

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Michael Dockterman is the go-to trial lawyer for his clients, trusted to lead them through their most complex and high-profile commercial disputes – both civil and criminal. Nationally recognized for litigating “once-in-a-lifetime” cases, he has represented clients in landmark trials and precedent-setting appeals across securities, antitrust, intellectual property, real estate, and government contracting.

Throughout his wide-ranging trial practice, Michael has handled the full spectrum of business litigation and led multinational litigation over matters pending simultaneously in courts in the United States, Europe, and Asia. He regularly counsels boards and audit committees on corporate governance, compliance, and executive evaluation and succession. He also guides companies through disputes with institutional investors and investigations by federal, state, and local regulators.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: General Commercial - Illinois

Band 2
Band 2

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Michael Dockterman represents a broad roster of corporate clients in civil disputes such as bankruptcy litigation, breaches of contract and real estate matters.

Strengths

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  • Michael is a terrific courtroom lawyer. He is steeped in civil procedure and knows the judges and their peculiarities inside and out.

    Litigation: General CommercialChambers Guide to the USA

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California

California: Northern

California: Southern

Delaware

District of Columbia

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