Atty. Steven J. Morton
Steven J. Morton is a lawyer practicing arbitration, nursing home abuse and neglect, animal & dog bites and 12 other areas of law.
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About Steven J. Morton at a glance
Steven J. Morton is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Steven J. Morton & Associates. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in California (1984), Illinois (1985), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1985). Educated at Loyola Law School, Los Angeles (J.D., 1983) and Tulane University of Louisiana (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of California Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Steven J. Morton is a lawyer practicing arbitration, nursing home abuse and neglect, animal & dog bites and 12 other areas of law
- Steven received a B.A. degree from Tulane University of Louisiana in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Steven practices at Steven J. Morton & Associates in Chicago, IL
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven J. Morton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Steven J. Morton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Illinois →
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 J. Morton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Steven J. Morton is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Steven J. Morton is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Steven J. Morton is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Illinois →
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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 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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