Atty. Stephen Patrick Bedell

Atty. Stephen Patrick Bedell

Atty. Stephen Patrick Bedell is a lawyer practicing securities enforcement & litigation.

Chicago Chicago 46 Years Experience 46 year
Call (224) 452-4582

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About Stephen Patrick Bedell at a glance

Stephen Patrick Bedell is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Foley & Lardner LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, S (1980), U.S. Supreme Court (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (1987). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law J.D. (—) and Xavier University H.A.B. Xavier University with honors (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Atty. Stephen Patrick Bedell is a lawyer practicing securities enforcement & litigation
  • Stephen received a degree from Xavier University, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Stephen practices at Foley & Lardner LLP in Chicago, IL

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Stephen Patrick Bedell's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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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.

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Where is Stephen Patrick Bedell's law office located?
Stephen Patrick Bedell's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Foley & Lardner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Patrick Bedell handle?
Stephen Patrick Bedell focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Patrick Bedell practiced law?
Stephen Patrick Bedell has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Patrick Bedell received?
Stephen Patrick Bedell's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Northwestern University School of Law J.D.
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Xavier University H.A.B. Xavier University with honors
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar and U.S. Court of Appeals, S
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
Admitted: 1987
Wisconsin
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1993

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