Atty. Steven M. Tefft

Atty. Steven M. Tefft

Steven M. Tefft is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, insurance, litigation.

Geneva Geneva 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven M. Tefft at a glance

Steven M. Tefft is an Associate based in Geneva, Illinois, practicing at Adams Swatek, LLC Attorneys at Law. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on personal injury, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1982). Educated at Northern Illinois University (J.D., 1982) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Geneva, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven M. Tefft is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, insurance, litigation
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Steven practices at Adams Swatek, LLC Attorneys at Law in Geneva, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven M. Tefft's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven M. Tefft 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 M. Tefft is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

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

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

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Steven M. Tefft is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance 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 Geneva 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 M. Tefft

Where is Steven M. Tefft's law office located?
Steven M. Tefft's law practice is located in Geneva, Illinois. The firm is Adams Swatek, LLC Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven M. Tefft handle?
Steven M. Tefft focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven M. Tefft practiced law?
Steven M. Tefft has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Steven M. Tefft go to law school?
Steven M. Tefft earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Steven M. Tefft for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven M. Tefft received?
Steven M. Tefft's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University
- 1982
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1982

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