Atty. James E. Stevens
James E. Stevens is a lawyer practicing commercial law, bankruptcy law, municipal law and 2 other areas of law.
Bankruptcy Law & More Attorney · Serving Rockford, IL · 46+ Years Experience
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About James E. Stevens at a Glance
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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About James E. Stevens
- 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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James E. Stevens's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James E. Stevens handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rockford.
Business & Corporate Law in Rockford
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James E. Stevens is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Rockford
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James E. Stevens is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Rockford
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 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Rockford
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
James E. Stevens is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rockford
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.
Rockford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rockford-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 Rockford Choose James E. Stevens
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 James E. Stevens's practice in the field of business, real estate, bankruptcy, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James E. Stevens brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and bankruptcy, James E. Stevens can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rockford
A Rockford-based practice means James E. Stevens attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James E. Stevens Handles in Rockford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James E. Stevens 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.
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