Atty. Frederick John Steffen, Jr.

Atty. Frederick John Steffen, Jr.

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, personal injury, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law. Frederick John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 64 years.

Elgin Elgin 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About Frederick John Steffen, Jr. at a glance

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is a Member based in Elgin, Illinois, practicing at Steffen, Kelly & Steffen, P.C.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on personal injury, bankruptcy, workers comp, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1962) and U.S. Claims Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1989) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1986). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kane County and Illinois State (Member, Student Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Elgin, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, personal injury, workers compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • Frederick John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • Frederick John practices at Steffen, Kelly & Steffen, P.C. in Elgin, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick John Steffen, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick John Steffen, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Frederick John Steffen, Jr. is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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 Elgin 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Frederick John Steffen, Jr.

Where is Frederick John Steffen, Jr.'s law office located?
Frederick John Steffen, Jr.'s law practice is located in Elgin, Illinois. The firm is Steffen, Kelly & Steffen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick John Steffen, Jr. handle?
Frederick John Steffen, Jr. focuses on personal injury, bankruptcy, workers comp, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Frederick John Steffen, Jr. practiced law?
Frederick John Steffen, Jr. has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did Frederick John Steffen, Jr. go to law school?
Frederick John Steffen, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Frederick John Steffen, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact Frederick John Steffen, Jr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Frederick John Steffen, Jr. received?
Frederick John Steffen, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1989
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1986

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Claims Court and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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