Atty. Steven James Forte

Atty. Steven James Forte

Steven James Forte is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy & debt and 1 other area of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years.

West Dundee West Dundee 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven James Forte at a glance

Steven James Forte is a Member based in West Dundee, Illinois, practicing at Steven J. Forte. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1996) and New Jersey (1996). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1996) and Indiana University (B.S., 1988). Serands clients in West Dundee, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven James Forte is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy & debt and 1 other area of law
  • Steven received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Steven practices at Steven J. Forte in West Dundee, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven James Forte's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Steven James Forte is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Steven James Forte is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Illinois →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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

Steven James Forte is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy 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 James Forte is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 West Dundee 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 James Forte

Where is Steven James Forte's law office located?
Steven James Forte's law practice is located in West Dundee, Illinois. The firm is Steven J. Forte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven James Forte handle?
Steven James Forte focuses on estate planning, real estate, bankruptcy, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven James Forte practiced law?
Steven James Forte has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Steven James Forte go to law school?
Steven James Forte earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1988).
How can I contact Steven James Forte for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1996
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1996
New Jersey
Admitted: 1996

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