Atty. Steven Carl Ward

Atty. Steven Carl Ward

Steven Carl Ward is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, workers compensation. Steven received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Springfield Springfield 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Carl Ward at a glance

Steven Carl Ward is a Partner based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Drake Narup & Mead P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1988), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois (1989). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1982) and DePauw University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Sangamon County and Illinois State Bar Associations Adjusters Association of Central Illinois. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven Carl Ward is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, workers compensation
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from DePauw University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Steven practices at Drake Narup & Mead P.C. in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Carl Ward's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Carl Ward handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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 Carl Ward is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Steven Carl Ward is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Steven Carl Ward is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →

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 Springfield 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 Steven Carl Ward

Where is Steven Carl Ward's law office located?
Steven Carl Ward's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Drake Narup & Mead P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Carl Ward handle?
Steven Carl Ward focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Carl Ward practiced law?
Steven Carl Ward has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Steven Carl Ward go to law school?
Steven Carl Ward earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Steven Carl Ward for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Carl Ward directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Steven Carl Ward received?
Steven Carl Ward's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
DePauw University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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