Atty. James E. Stevens
James E. Stevens is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, municipal law and 2 other areas of law.
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James E. Stevens is a Senior Partner based in Rockford, Illinois, practicing at Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at Gonzaga University (J.D., 1979) and University of Illinois (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Winnebago County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Rockford, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- James E. Stevens is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, municipal law and 2 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- James practices at Barrick, Switzer, Long, Balsley & Van Evera, LLP in Rockford, IL
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Stevens is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James E. Stevens is one of 286,061 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James E. Stevens is one of 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
James E. Stevens is one of 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
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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 Rockford 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.
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