Mikaela Heck

Corporate Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Chicago, Illinois

1+ years experience

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

312-357-1313

https://btlaw.com/en/people/mikaela-heck

One North Wacker Drive, Suite 4400, Chicago, IL 60606-2833

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Bio

Mikaela Heck is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Mikaela, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mikaela is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Mikaela Heck is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Mikaela, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mikaela is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Mikaela Heck is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Mikaela, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mikaela is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

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Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Corporate Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

University of Windsor, J.D., graduated 2024
University of Detroit Mercy, J.D., graduated 2024

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Reviews

John Morgan

3 months ago

Exceptional guidance through a complex acquisition

Mikaela Heck provided outstanding counsel during our company's recent acquisition of a smaller competitor. For an attorney with her level of recognition in M&A and private equity law, her approach was remarkably hands-on and accessible. She meticulously navigated the due diligence and structuring phases, anticipating challenges we hadn't considered. Her dual J.D. background from Windsor and Detroit Mercy seems to give her a unique, practical perspective. Despite being early in her career at Barnes & Thornburg, her strategic insight was invaluable in securing favorable terms and ensuring a smooth integration. We felt confidently represented every step of the way.