Atty. Steven Shaw Potts

Atty. Steven Shaw Potts

Steven Shaw Potts is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, real estate law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Northbrook Northbrook 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Shaw Potts at a glance

Steven Shaw Potts is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, and chapter 11 attorney based in Northbrook, Illinois. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989). Educated at Washington University, St. Louis (J.D., 1988) and Knox College (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven Shaw Potts is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, real estate law, commercial litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Knox College in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Steven practices in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Shaw Potts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Shaw Potts 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.

Steven Shaw Potts is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Illinois →

Real Estate Law

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

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

Commercial Real Estate

Steven Shaw Potts is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Illinois →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Steven Shaw Potts is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 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 Northbrook 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 Shaw Potts

Where is Steven Shaw Potts's law office located?
Steven Shaw Potts's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Shaw Potts handle?
Steven Shaw Potts focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, commercial re, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Steven Shaw Potts practiced law?
Steven Shaw Potts has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Steven Shaw Potts go to law school?
Steven Shaw Potts earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Steven Shaw Potts for a consultation?
You can contact Steven Shaw Potts 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.
What awards or recognition has Steven Shaw Potts received?
Steven Shaw Potts's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington University, St. Louis
- 1988
B.A.
Knox College
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989

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