Atty. Telly Stefaneas

Atty. Telly Stefaneas

Telly Stefaneas is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, securities and 2 other areas of law. Telly received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Chicago Chicago 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Telly Stefaneas at a glance

Telly Stefaneas is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Cantwell & Cantwell. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1997) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2002). Educated at DePaul University (J.D., 1997) and DePaul University (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Telly Stefaneas is a lawyer practicing litigation, personal injury, securities and 2 other areas of law
  • Telly received a B.A. degree from DePaul University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Telly practices at Cantwell & Cantwell in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Telly Stefaneas's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Telly Stefaneas 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.

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Family Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Telly Stefaneas

Where is Telly Stefaneas's law office located?
Telly Stefaneas's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Cantwell & Cantwell. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Telly Stefaneas handle?
Telly Stefaneas focuses on personal injury, family law, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Telly Stefaneas practiced law?
Telly Stefaneas has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Telly Stefaneas go to law school?
Telly Stefaneas earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Telly Stefaneas for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University
- 1997
B.A.
DePaul University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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