Atty. Stephen Jay Senderowitz
Stephen Jay Senderowitz is a lawyer practicing securities and commodities litigation, complex civil litigation, white collar criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Complex Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 52+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Jay Senderowitz at a Glance
Stephen Jay Senderowitz is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dentons US LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1974) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State Bar Association. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Jay Senderowitz
- Stephen Jay Senderowitz is a lawyer practicing securities and commodities litigation, complex civil litigation, white collar criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Stephen practices at Dentons US LLP in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Jay Senderowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Jay Senderowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Criminal Defense in Chicago
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Business & Corporate Law in Chicago
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White Collar Crimes in Chicago
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Securities Law in Chicago
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Civil Litigation in Chicago
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Stephen Jay Senderowitz
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 Stephen Jay Senderowitz's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Jay Senderowitz brings 52+ 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 criminal defense, business, and white collar, Stephen Jay Senderowitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Stephen Jay Senderowitz 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 Stephen Jay Senderowitz Handles in Chicago
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