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Steven Todd Schmall
About Steven
Biography
I handle civil and criminal matters in Illinois.
I file chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcies in northern and central IL, eastern WI, and northern IN.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-350 per hour
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Illinois for 38 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1987
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Steven Todd Schmall
134 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1924, Chicago, IL, 60602-1147
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Steven Todd Schmall's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 24, 2013
Steven T. Schmall is a great attorney!
Attorney Schmall has represented me in several collection actions. He is very tenacious, and he has obtained great results for me!
Posted by David | May 5, 2012
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Steven Schmall has shown an exemplary performance while handling my legal matters.
Steven Todd Schmall's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know Steve for more than 20 years. He enjoys a reputation for the highest integrity. Steve has developed an expertise in mechanics lien cases. I trust Steven exclusively to assist my clients with mechanics' lien and collection matters. I"
"I endorse Steve Schmall. In addition to being my "go to" guy for mechanics liens, Steve is an experienced bankruptcy lawyer and litigator with a strong commitment to exceptional client service. It is a pleasure to know him."
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Experience
Honors
1978
Scholarship Award, Carle C. Conway Scholarship Foundation
1978
Washington University Merit Scholarship, National Merit Scholarship Program
1978
National Writing Award, Investigative Reporting, Quill and Scroll
1978
Writing Contest, Editorial, Illinois Women's Press Association
1977
Blue Ribbon Award for Excellence in Journalism, Northern Illinois School Press Association
Work Experience
1992 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Steven Todd Schmall
2008 - 2010
Attorney, Katz Law Office, Ltd.
1998 - 1999
Attorney, Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.
1987 - 1992
Assistant Attorney General, Office Of The Illinois Attorney General
1985 - 1985
Law clerk, Bilandic, Neistein, Richman, Hauslinger & Young
1984 - 1984
Law clerk, Central St. Louis Law Assoc. (Turner & Hallett)
1983 - 1983
Law clerk, Cook County Public Defender's Office
1981 - 1982
Clerk, Cook County Law Library
1979 - 1979
Chemistry Tech, Vanguard Chemical Company
1979 - 1979
Medical Records Clerk, Evanston Hospital
Associations
2008 - 2009
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Client v. [tenant name sealed by court order]
Tenant vacated premises.
Gonzalez v. Hardy, et. al.
Case settled for monetary amount and new dentures.
Thomas v. Rockford
Adminstrative decision against pro se client reversed within fourteen days of attorney being retained.
Stamper v. Perez, et. al.
Client received settlement of more than $40,000.00.
Blanks v. York
Client received recovery of $170,000.00.
Cambell York Ltd., v. Power & Control Specialists
Client received the amount due, more than $20,000.00.
Berlinski v. Homemakers Remodeling, Inc.
Roofing subcontractor client received judgment of more than $29,900.00 in its favor.
Brinson v. Frailey
Jury verdict in favor of law enforcement clients.
Education
1986
Washington University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1982
Washington University in St. Louis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Spanish