Atty. Thomas Michael Stephens
Thomas Michael Stephens is a lawyer practicing tax, general practice. Thomas received a degree from New York University in 1987, and has been licensed for 44 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 44+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Stephens at a Glance
Thomas Michael Stephens is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Dentons US LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1982), Illinois (1987), and Colorado (2018). Educated at New York University (LL.M., 1987) and Catholic University of America (J.D., 1982). Active member of Chicago and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Stephens
- Thomas Michael Stephens is a lawyer practicing tax, general practice
- Thomas received a degree from New York University in 1987, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Thomas practices at Dentons US LLP in Chicago, IL
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Thomas Michael Stephens's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Stephens handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Tax Law in Chicago
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
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 venue, 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.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Chicago Choose Thomas Michael Stephens
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas Michael Stephens's practice in the field of tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Stephens brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Connecticut, U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, and Illinois, Thomas Michael Stephens can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Tax Practice
Concentrating on tax means Thomas Michael Stephens's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Thomas Michael Stephens attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Thomas Michael Stephens Handles in Chicago
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