Atty. Benjamin Todd Stephens
Benjamin Todd Stephens is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law. Benjamin received a B.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Edwardsville, IL · 20+ Years Experience
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About Benjamin Todd Stephens at a Glance
Benjamin Todd Stephens is an Associate based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practicing at Johnston Law Offices P.C.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006) and Missouri (2021). Educated at Southern Illinois University School of Law, Carbondale, Illinois (J.D., 2005) and Eastern Illinois University (B.S., 2001). Serves clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin Todd Stephens
- Benjamin Todd Stephens is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, wrongful death and 4 other areas of law
- Benjamin received a B.S. degree from Eastern Illinois University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Benjamin practices at Johnston Law Offices P.C. in Edwardsville, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin Todd Stephens's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Todd Stephens handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edwardsville.
Car Accidents in Edwardsville
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Benjamin Todd Stephens is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →
Wrongful Death in Edwardsville
Benjamin Todd Stephens is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Edwardsville
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Benjamin Todd Stephens is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Criminal Defense in Edwardsville
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Benjamin Todd Stephens is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Workers Compensation in Edwardsville
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Benjamin Todd Stephens is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edwardsville
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edwardsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edwardsville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edwardsville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edwardsville Choose Benjamin Todd Stephens
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin Todd Stephens's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Benjamin Todd Stephens brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Missouri, Benjamin Todd Stephens can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Benjamin Todd Stephens can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edwardsville
A Edwardsville-based practice means Benjamin Todd Stephens attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Benjamin Todd Stephens Handles in Edwardsville
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Benjamin Todd Stephens has experience with under Illinois law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Benjamin Todd Stephens directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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