Michael J. Synowiecki

Michael J. Synowiecki is a Chicago lawyer and a partner at Georges & Synowiecki Ltd., whose practice includes government law affairs, energy and environmental matters, construction law, real estate transactions, regulatory issues, and corporate governance. He represents utilities, financial institutions, pharmaceutical companies, developers, contractors, banks, and other businesses before government bodies, courts, and administrative forums. He also advises clients on compliance, procurement, acquisitions, dispositions, and other matters requiring coordinated legal and business judgment across complex, highly regulated business environments.

Michael earned his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School and his B.A. from Governors State University. He served as a judicial extern for Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne M. Burke while attending law school. He is admitted to practice in Illinois and before the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. His education and courtroom exposure support his work involving regulatory proceedings, transactions, governance, and public-sector matters.

Michael began his government career with the Chicago City Council Committee on Finance, where he advised council members on ethics compliance, legislation, and policy. He has represented clients before the Illinois Commerce Commission, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, state and city procurement departments, Illinois circuit courts, and the Illinois Supreme Court. His experience also includes work as lead counsel in real estate acquisitions, development agreements, permitting matters, and complex financing arrangements.

Michael J. Synowiecki is active in the Chicago Bar Association, American Bar Association, and Illinois State Bar Association. He has acted as lead counsel in transactions involving substantial real estate assemblages, industrial development, environmental permits, governmental approvals, and affordable housing financing. He also brings experience advising municipalities and privately held businesses on development projects and acquisitions. His background helps clients navigate legal, regulatory, transactional, and governmental challenges with practical guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Georges & Synowiecki Ltd.
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• The John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Governors State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)