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Steven J. Greeley Jr.
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Biography
I have a beautiful wife as well as a son and a daughter. I enjoy golf, fishing, and the Bears. In addition to helping with injury cases, I am the Chair of the McHenry County Historic Preservation Commision which primarily landmarks historic structures. I am also the President of the Board of Prairie State Legal Services, which provides free lawyers to people in central and northern Illinois who usually have family, housing, or benefits cases.
I strive to provide the best and quickest results to get top dollar money for my clients. Please call so we can discuss your case!
If you have a debt to collect, we have the ability to pursue a judgment and proceed with garnishment
I am here from day one after an accident to maximize your recovery.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
21 years | 800 cases
Debt Collection
34%
21 years | 1,000 cases
Arbitration
6%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Wisconsin for 5 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 21 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Franks,Gerkin, Ponitz & Greeley
(815) 923-2114
Fax
19333 E Grant Hwy, Marengo, IL, 60152
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Steven J. Greeley Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by Barbara | August 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Lawyer
Steve is a fantastic lawyer. Steve was recommended to us when our family was in a car accident as a result from being hit by a drunk driver. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in resolving our case. He kept us informed along the way and answered all of our questions. We would recommend him to ever...
Posted by Rick | April 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Successful Resolution to a slippery issue
I hired Steven to help with an injury from a slip and fall. He stuck with me even though the company responsible tried to do everything possible to stop us from revealing the real issue that caused the fall. He won the case resulting in a position settlement.
Posted by John | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very good injury lawyer around Crystal Lake.
Overall I had a very good and positive experience with Mr Greeley. The entire process took less than two years from the date of the accident to the date I received my settlement checks. The communication with the firm was intermittent, but he always kept me in the loop and replied to my inquiries qu...
Posted by Pam | April 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent lawyer
Always kept me informed and I felt he was looking out for my best interests.
Posted by sabrina | April 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent and dependable lawyer
Attorney Greeley is an amazing lawyer. He will go above and beyond for his clients. When I was in a car accident not my fault, I needed someone in my corner to be there for me and fight for me and he was. He took my worries and fear away and gave me my life back. If you need someone to listen, unders...
Steven Greeley
Replied last April 29, 2022Such nice words Sabrina. Thanks!!
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David Giesinger
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Outstanding Dedication and Consistent Support Legal Aid, McHenry County Bar Association
2014
2014 Best Under Forty - McHenry County, Shaw Publications
2004
Outstanding Contribution to Scholarly Publications Award, Northern Illinois University College of Law
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Partner, Franks Gerkin & McKenna, PC
Associations
2012 - Present
McHenry County Bar AssociationLegal Aid Chair
2018 - 2019
McHenry County Bar AssociationPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
$900,000 to a small child for death of father who fell from a trailer while doing leaf pickup
$900,000
Education
2004
Northern Illinois University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Western Illinois University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
McHenry County Bar Association Family Law Section
Collections for Family Law Legal Fees
2013
McHenry County Board Meeting 3/5/13
Annual Report of the Historic Preservation Commission
Publications
2013
American Lawyers Quaterly Newsletter
The mistaken belief that debtors' prisons are back
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides