Atty. Stephen Vincent Speranza

Atty. Stephen Vincent Speranza

Stephen Vincent Speranza is a lawyer practicing business law/corporate law, trusts and estates, real estate and 1 other area of law. Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Lake Forest Lake Forest 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Vincent Speranza at a glance

Stephen Vincent Speranza is a Member based in Lake Forest, Illinois, practicing at Speranza and Bates. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Illinois US District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1987). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1987) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Lake Forest, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen Vincent Speranza is a lawyer practicing business law/corporate law, trusts and estates, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Stephen received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Stephen practices at Speranza and Bates in Lake Forest, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Vincent Speranza's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Lake Forest 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 Vincent Speranza

Where is Stephen Vincent Speranza's law office located?
Stephen Vincent Speranza's law practice is located in Lake Forest, Illinois. The firm is Speranza and Bates. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Vincent Speranza handle?
Stephen Vincent Speranza focuses on trusts, business, real estate, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Stephen Vincent Speranza practiced law?
Stephen Vincent Speranza has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Stephen Vincent Speranza go to law school?
Stephen Vincent Speranza earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Stephen Vincent Speranza for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1987
B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Illinois US District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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