Atty. Stephen Michael Kernan

Atty. Stephen Michael Kernan

Stephen Michael Kernan is a lawyer practicing nursing home litigation, civil litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Columbia Columbia 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Stephen Michael Kernan at a glance

Stephen Michael Kernan is an Of Counsel based in Columbia, Illinois. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1972). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1972) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1969). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Columbia, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Michael Kernan is a lawyer practicing nursing home litigation, civil litigation, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Stephen practices in Columbia, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Michael Kernan's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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

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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 Michael Kernan is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Stephen Michael Kernan is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Stephen Michael Kernan is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Columbia 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 Michael Kernan

Where is Stephen Michael Kernan's law office located?
Stephen Michael Kernan's law practice is located in Columbia, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Michael Kernan handle?
Stephen Michael Kernan focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Michael Kernan practiced law?
Stephen Michael Kernan has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen Michael Kernan go to law school?
Stephen Michael Kernan earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Stephen Michael Kernan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Michael Kernan received?
Stephen Michael Kernan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Washington University
- 1972
B.B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1969

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1972

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