Michelle Kraus
About Michelle Kraus
Michelle Kraus is an Associate currently working at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, Illinois. She has a diverse legal background, having held positions at several law firms and academic institutions, and holds a J.D. from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law.
Current Position at Holland & Knight LLP
Michelle Kraus currently serves as an Associate at Holland & Knight LLP, a position she has held since 2023. She is based in the firm's Chicago, Illinois office. In this role, she engages in various legal practices and contributes to the firm's objectives.
Previous Experience at Reed Smith LLP
Prior to her current role, Michelle Kraus worked at Reed Smith LLP as an Associate from 2021 to 2023. She also served as a Summer Associate at the same firm for one month in 2020. Both positions were located in Chicago, Illinois, where she gained valuable experience in the legal field.
Early Career at Foley & Lardner LLP
Michelle Kraus began her legal career at Foley & Lardner LLP, where she worked as a Clerical Assistant in multiple stints from 2016 to 2018. Her roles included three-month positions in 2016, 2017, and 2018, all based in Chicago, Illinois. These early experiences provided her with foundational knowledge of legal operations.
Education and Academic Background
Michelle Kraus studied at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, where she was a J.D. Candidate from 2019 to 2021. She also attended the University of Iowa College of Law for one year as a J.D. Candidate from 2018 to 2019. Earlier, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018.
Research Experience at University of Michigan
During her academic career, Michelle Kraus worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Michigan from 2017 to 2018. This position allowed her to develop research skills and contribute to academic projects, further enhancing her legal knowledge.