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Dedicated to protecting individuals and businesses with assertive legal representation.
Practice concentrated on mortgage foreclosure defense, debt relief and real estate. Experienced civil litigator in financing, technology and other complex commercial matters.
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9933 Lawler Ave #312, Skokie, IL, 60077
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Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
I corresponded with John during my Deed in Lieu application with my mortgage company. He explained to me about details on what to do and what will happen with the process. And he was frank enough to refer me to another lawyer in another field of expertise as my situation warrants, Thank you John.
Posted by John | May 11, 2015
I've known Mr. Stimson for the last five years as a fellow board member and officer of the Association of Foreclosure Defense Attorneys. Mr. Stimson is a tenacious and tireless representative on behalf of his clients, whether in foreclosure or otherwise. He is knowledgeable, conscientious, and extr...
Posted by Martha | February 9, 2015
John Stimson is an amazing and trustworthy legal attorney and counselor. My home was almost lost due to foreclosure. Mr. Stimson together with a financial services provider worked to get me loan modification and saved my home. I will be forever grateful. He fully explained the process and motions a...
Posted by Sara | February 8, 2015
Mr. Stimson has provided his expertise in a variety of legal services for me since 2012. I'd found him to be professional, courteous, thorough, supportive, and experienced with every legal issue I had. He always ensured that my rights were protected, as well as understanding the rights of others invo...
Posted by Rakesh | January 1, 2014
Me and my family were worried about loosing our dream home in foreclosure, John kept his promise to keep us in home till our financials improve and can negotiate modification. He is still helping us negotiate.
"As a fellow board member and officer of the Association of Foreclosure Defense Attorneys, I have known John for the last five years. He is extremely knowledgable, tenacious, and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend John to any homeowner who needs a superb foreclosure defense attorney."
"I highly recommend this lawyer. As an Officer of the Association of Foreclosure Defense Attorneys, John is a leader in the foreclosure defense arena. He is devoted to his clients, and is a strong advocate in the courtroom."
"John absolutely steamrolled the attorney's for the bank in a discovery dispute in one case i was working on while I was still a law clerk.."
"I rely on John's analysis of complicated litigation issues. His research is thorough and broad. He doesn't give up if he thinks there is a strategy that will work for the client. John has appeared on court matters for me, and I trust that the client will have the same level of representation as if I appeared myself. He is creative and highly competent in his approach to the practice of law both as to his clients and his colleagues."
"I endorse the work of John Stimson, with whom I have worked on a foreclosure matter. He is very knowledgeable and experienced in litigation and real estate matters, and truly cares about his clients."
Corporate and incorporation lawyer
Foreclosure lawyer
Real estate lawyer
Foreclosure lawyer
1985
Federal Trial Bar Member, United States District Court
1979
Arthur Neef Best Brief Award, Wayne State University
1980 - Present
Attorney, The Law Offices of John F. Stimson, LTD
2006 - 2011
Owner, Payroll Promotions
2011 - Present
North Suburban Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Association of Foreclosure Defense AttorneysBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
Association of Foreclosure Defense AttorneysVice President
2018 - 2019
North Suburban Bar AssociationPresident
1980
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BGS
2011
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