Atty. Steven Hendry Forbes

Atty. Steven Hendry Forbes

Atty. Steven Hendry Forbes is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, tax and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
Call (224) 341-5006 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Steven Hendry Forbes at a glance

Steven Hendry Forbes is a Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, chapter 11, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1997) and Illinois (1999). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison (J.D., 1996) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.B.A., 1990). Active member of State Bar of Wisconsin. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Atty. Steven Hendry Forbes is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, tax and 3 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Steven practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Hendry Forbes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Steven Hendry Forbes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Illinois →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Steven Hendry Forbes is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Illinois →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Steven Hendry Forbes is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Illinois →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Steven Hendry Forbes is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 Steven Hendry Forbes

Where is Steven Hendry Forbes's law office located?
Steven Hendry Forbes's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Hendry Forbes handle?
Steven Hendry Forbes focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, chapter 11, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Hendry Forbes practiced law?
Steven Hendry Forbes has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Steven Hendry Forbes go to law school?
Steven Hendry Forbes earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Steven Hendry Forbes for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Hendry Forbes 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1996
B.B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1997
Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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