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Atty. Stephen Arthur Chareas

Atty. Stephen Arthur Chareas

Stephen Arthur Chareas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, speeding & traffic ticket, personal injury. Stephen received a B.S. degree from Indiana University at Bloomington in 1987, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Niles Niles 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Arthur Chareas at a glance

Stephen Arthur Chareas is a Member based in Niles, Illinois, practicing at Stephen Arthur Chareas. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and traffic. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1996) and Indiana University at Bloomington (B.S., 1987). Serands clients in Niles, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Arthur Chareas is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, speeding & traffic ticket, personal injury
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from Indiana University at Bloomington in 1987, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen Arthur Chareas in Niles, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Arthur Chareas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Arthur Chareas 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.

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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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Traffic Violations

Stephen Arthur Chareas is one of 14,506 traffic attorneys indexed nationally. Browse traffic attorneys in Illinois →

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 Niles 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 Stephen Arthur Chareas

Where is Stephen Arthur Chareas's law office located?
Stephen Arthur Chareas's law practice is located in Niles, Illinois. The firm is Stephen Arthur Chareas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Arthur Chareas handle?
Stephen Arthur Chareas focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Arthur Chareas practiced law?
Stephen Arthur Chareas has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Stephen Arthur Chareas go to law school?
Stephen Arthur Chareas earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Stephen Arthur Chareas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1996
B.S.
Indiana University at Bloomington
- 1987

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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