Atty. Steven Lee Degraff

Atty. Steven Lee Degraff

Steven Lee Degraff is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate, corporate law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Chicago Chicago 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Lee Degraff at a glance

Steven Lee Degraff is a Principal based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Much Shelist, P.C.. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1991). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1991) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1988). Active member of Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Lee Degraff is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, real estate, corporate law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Steven practices at Much Shelist, P.C. in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Lee Degraff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Lee Degraff 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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Real Estate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

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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 Lee Degraff

Where is Steven Lee Degraff's law office located?
Steven Lee Degraff's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Much Shelist, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Lee Degraff handle?
Steven Lee Degraff focuses on business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Lee Degraff practiced law?
Steven Lee Degraff has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Steven Lee Degraff go to law school?
Steven Lee Degraff earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Steven Lee Degraff for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1991

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