Atty. Stephen James Telken

Atty. Stephen James Telken

Stephen James Telken is a lawyer practicing plaintiff’s personal injury, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law. Stephen James received a B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years.

East St. Louis East St. Louis 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen James Telken at a glance

Stephen James Telken is a Member based in East St. Louis, Illinois, practicing at Walton Telken, LLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1995) and Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1998). Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law (J.D., 1995) and Rockhurst College (B.A. Finance, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association Illinois and Missouri Bar Associations St, Clair County, Illinois Bar Association Madison County, Illinois Bar Association Bar Association of Metropolitan St, and Louis American Association for Justice Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in East St. Louis, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen James Telken is a lawyer practicing plaintiff’s personal injury, nursing home negligence, medical malpractice and 7 other areas of law
  • Stephen James received a B.A. degree from Rockhurst College in 1991, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Stephen James practices at Walton Telken, LLC in East St. Louis, IL and 2 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen James Telken's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen James Telken handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Stephen James Telken is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Truck Accidents

Stephen James Telken is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Illinois →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Stephen James Telken is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois →

Wrongful Death

Stephen James Telken is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Illinois →

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.

Stephen James Telken is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 East St. Louis 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 James Telken

Where is Stephen James Telken's law office located?
Stephen James Telken's law practice is located in East St. Louis, Illinois. The firm is Walton Telken, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen James Telken handle?
Stephen James Telken focuses on car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen James Telken practiced law?
Stephen James Telken has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Stephen James Telken go to law school?
Stephen James Telken earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Finance, 1991).
How can I contact Stephen James Telken for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen James Telken directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen James Telken received?
Stephen James Telken's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Saint Louis University School of Law
- 1995
B.A. Finance
Rockhurst College
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1995
Illinois U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Missouri U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1998

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