Atty. Peter Bernard Steffen

Atty. Peter Bernard Steffen

Peter Bernard Steffen is a lawyer practicing class actions, insurance coverage disputes, litigation and 11 other areas of law. Peter received a A.B. degree from Washington University, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Peter Bernard Steffen at a glance

Peter Bernard Steffen is a criminal defense, business, ssd, class action, and securities attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in Illinois United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (2001). Educated at University of Chicago Law School J.D. (—) and Washington University A.B. cum laude Washington University A.B. 1998 President Washington University A.B. Student Government Washington University A.B. University of Chicago Law School Washin (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter Bernard Steffen is a lawyer practicing class actions, insurance coverage disputes, litigation and 11 other areas of law
  • Peter received a A.B. degree from Washington University, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Peter practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Bernard Steffen's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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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 Chicago 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 Peter Bernard Steffen

Where is Peter Bernard Steffen's law office located?
Peter Bernard Steffen's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Bernard Steffen handle?
Peter Bernard Steffen focuses on criminal defense, business, ssd, class action, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Peter Bernard Steffen practiced law?
Peter Bernard Steffen has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
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Education

University of Chicago Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Washington University A.B. cum laude Washington University A.B. 1998 President Washington University A.B. Student Government Washington University A.B. University of Chicago Law School Washin
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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