Attorney Profile
Michael A. Settanni focuses his practice on commercial and residential real estate, estate planning & administration, as well as providing counsel to new and established businesses and charitable organizations.
Having grown-up working in a small family business, he is dedicated to the needs of the small-business owner. From forming new entities, to negotiating and drafting agreements, to representing the business in litigation, he is a trusted resource that understands the stresses and demands faced by entrepreneurs.
Prior to joining
Otto & Settanni, P.C., Mr. Settanni practiced in a
Chicago firm in the areas of civil and criminal litigation. During that time, he served as second chair in a felony jury trial involving corruption within the City of Chicago; helped achieve the largest animal cruelty settlement in Illinois history at the time; and successfully recovered a disputed six-figure insurance policy for clients.
Representative matters include:
He is a member of the Estates & Trusts section of the Illinois State Bar Association, and the Probate Law and Trust Law committees of the Chicago Bar Association.
Contact Michael A. Settanni today for assistance with the following practice areas:
Education:
J.D., Chicago-Kent College of Law, 2009
B.A., University of Iowa, 2006
Bar Admissions:
Illinois, 2009
Professional Memberships:
Illinois State Bar Association (Estates & Trusts Section)
Chicago Bar Association (Probate & Trust Law Committees)
Civic:
Overture Council for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
For almost 40 years, Frederick J. Otto has been advising individuals, business, and charitable organizations. He brings a rare and valuable perspective to client matters, holding advanced degrees in both taxation and intellectual property.
Representative accomplishments during his career include:
Mr. Otto is proud to be both a Park Ridge resident and business owner. Contact him today to discuss your legal issues. He concentrates his practice in the following areas:
Education:
LL.M., Intellectual Property, John Marshall Law School, 1990
LL.M., Taxation, DePaul University College of Law, 1983
J.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1973
B.S., Mathematics & Economics, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1971
Certifications:
Certified Public Accountant, 1981
Bar Admissions:
Illinois, 1973
Nebraska, 1973 (Inactive)
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (1984)
Courts:
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1991)
Federal Tax Court (1984)
Publications:
Who owns the copyright in software after CCNV v. Reid? Mertens Law of Federal Income Taxation Highlights, September 1990.
Civic:
Rotary District Governor, District 6450 (“Birth Place of Rotary”), 2000-2001
Rotary Recreational & Vocational Fellowship of Law, Chairman, 1998-2005; Secretary 2007-Present
Paul and Jean Harris’ Home Foundation, trustee and museum founder.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
PHONE: (847) 698-1160
EMAIL: info@ottolawpartners.com
ADDRESS: 3 South Prospect Avenue, Suite 206
Park Ridge, IL 60068
BUSINESS HOURS
Schedule an Appointment
our location