Atty. Stephen R. Patterson

Atty. Stephen R. Patterson

Stephen R. Patterson is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, government contracts, banking law and 8 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen R. Patterson at a glance

Stephen R. Patterson is a Senior Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Airdo Werwas, LLC. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2003). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2003) and DePaul University (B.A. University, 1992). Active member of Metropolitan Housing Development Corporation, Board Member 2005 to 2009 Friends of Downtown, Member of Board of Directors, 2009 to 2014 Greater Waukegan Development Coalition, Board Member 2016 to 2019, General Counsel 2014 to 2019. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Stephen R. Patterson is a lawyer practicing land use & zoning, government contracts, banking law and 8 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1992, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Stephen practices at Airdo Werwas, LLC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen R. Patterson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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 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 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 R. Patterson

Where is Stephen R. Patterson's law office located?
Stephen R. Patterson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Airdo Werwas, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen R. Patterson handle?
Stephen R. Patterson focuses on criminal defense, family law, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen R. Patterson practiced law?
Stephen R. Patterson has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Stephen R. Patterson go to law school?
Stephen R. Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. University, 1992).
How can I contact Stephen R. Patterson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2003
B.A. University
DePaul University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2003

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