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Atty. James R. Stever

Atty. James R. Stever

James Stever graduated from Highland High School in 1989 and went on to Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois graduating cum laude in 1993 with a BA in Political Science and minors in French and Economics. Mr.

Edwardsville Edwardsville 20 Years Experience 20 year
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About James R. Stever at a glance

James R. Stever is an Attorney based in Edwardsville, Illinois, practforg at Gori Law Firm. They haand 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2006), Missouri (2007), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (2007), and Wisconsin (2015). Educated at Western Illinois University (M.B.A. Western, 2007) and St. Louis University School of Law (J.D., 2006). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Actiand member of American Bar Association, Member, 2011 - Present Illinois State Bar Association, Member, 2006 - Present Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Member, 2006 - Present. Serands clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Stever graduated from Highland High School in 1989 and went on to Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois graduating cum laude in 1993 with a BA in Political Science and minors in French and Economics
  • Mr. Stever attended law school at St. Louis University and graduated in 2006
  • He was a Law Clerk at Simmons Cooper and then worked in the Law Offices of Michael R Bilbrey before coming to work at The Gori Law Firm
  • Covering many personal injury jury trials and focusing his efforts almost solely on asbestos cases, Mr. Stever is a member of the American Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
  • Past Employment Positions Simmons Cooper, Law Clerk Professional Associations and Memberships American Bar Association, Member, 2011 - Present Illinois State Bar Association, Member, 2006 - Present Illinois Trial Lawyers Association, Member, 2006 - Present

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practforg law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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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Where is James R. Stever's law office located?
James R. Stever's law practice is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. The firm is Gori Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James R. Stever practiced law?
James R. Stever has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did James R. Stever go to law school?
James R. Stever earned their education at (M.B.A. Western, 2007); (J.D., 2006).
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What awards or recognition has James R. Stever receiandd?
James R. Stever's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

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Education

M.B.A. Western
Western Illinois University
- 2007
J.D.
St. Louis University School of Law
- 2006

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2006
Missouri
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2007
Wisconsin
Admitted: 2015

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