Atty. Steven B. Levit
Steven B. Levit is a lawyer practicing estate planning, civil litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 46+ Years Experience
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About Steven B. Levit at a Glance
Steven B. Levit is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Levit & Lipshutz, Attorneys at Law. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on formation, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980). Educated at Illinois Institute of Technology J.D. (—) and University of Illinois B.S. (—). Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven B. Levit
- Steven B. Levit is a lawyer practicing estate planning, civil litigation, personal injury and 7 other areas of law
- Steven received a B.S. degree from University of Illinois, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Steven practices at Levit & Lipshutz, Attorneys at Law in Chicago, IL
Practice Areas Explained
Steven B. Levit's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven B. Levit handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Business Formation in Chicago
Steven B. Levit is one of 35,326 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →
Personal Injury in Chicago
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.
Steven B. Levit is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
Estate Planning & Probate in Chicago
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Steven B. Levit is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →
Real Estate Law in Chicago
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Steven B. Levit is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Chicago
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Steven B. Levit is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →
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 Steven B. Levit
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 Steven B. Levit's practice in the field of formation, personal injury, estate planning, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven B. Levit brings 46+ 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 formation, personal injury, and estate planning, Steven B. Levit 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 Steven B. Levit attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Steven B. Levit Handles in Chicago
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