Atty. Steven C. Weiss
Steve commands an excellent working knowledge of the legal culture. While working full time as a lawyer he earned his MBA at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and laid a solid foundation for counseling business clients on operations management, finance and strategy.
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About Steven C. Weiss at a glance
Steven C. Weiss is a Partner based in Northbrook, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, employment, business, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1980), and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of International Trade (1982). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1979) and Illinois Institute of Technology (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Committee on Litigation in the Courts, 1993-1999, Association for Transportation Law, Logistics and Policy. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Steve commands an excellent working knowledge of the legal culture
- While working full time as a lawyer he earned his MBA at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and laid a solid foundation for counseling business clients on operations management, finance and strategy
- Steve’s passion for learning is also reflected in his commitment to continuing education in his areas of legal concentration and the enjoyment he derives from teaching and mentoring others
- He is highly regarded for his due diligence, client-centered approach and business acumen
- Adept at handling complex litigation, Steve’s arguments have been incorporated into the rulings and opinions of state and federal judges
- A seasoned legal advocate, his approach to representation provides his clients with peace of mind, enabling them to focus on pressing business issues
- Steve has published numerous articles on shipping and trade law, and gives lectures on business issues of concern to importers, exporters, transport companies and the shipping public
- His legal ability and peer approval have earned him a rating of “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell®, a rank reflective of the highest level of professional excellence, that he has held for 30 years
- Named, Illinois Super Lawyer, Chicago Magazine, 2005 and 2006
- Listed in, Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
Co-Author
- Chapter on "Commercial Bribery," in the IICLE volume on Antitrust and Unfair Competition
- Legal Editor, Intermodal Age International
- Faculty Member/Panelist, Live Telecast on Transportation Law and Preparation of Text Materials, Continuing Legal Education Satellite Network
- Member, Junior Board, Highland Park Hospital, 1994-1998
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Steven C. Weiss is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Illinois →
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Northbrook 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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