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I am a founder and principal of Stephan Zouras, LLC, a Chicago-based law firm concentrating in representing people throughout the United States in class and collective wage and hour litigation, biometric privacy, data privacy, cybersecurity rights, consumer fraud, catastrophic personal injury and other complex litigation.
Over my 30 years of practice, courts have appointed me as lead counsel in more than 100 complex class actions which have collectively resulted in a recovery of more than $500 million for hundreds of thousands of ordinary people nationwide. My published cases exceed 250 decisions from jurisdictions in at least 16 states. I have tried over a dozen major jury trials for plaintiffs and argued at least 20 appeals in federal and state courts, including four before the Illinois Supreme Court, two of which established groundbreaking precedent for data privacy rights. In addition to my admission to numerous trial and appellate courts, I am a member of the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States.
I am frequently invited as a speaker at national class action litigation and trial seminars, have testified before legislative bodies, and helped draft legislation designed to protect worker rights.
I have been selected as an Illinois "Super Lawyer" in every consecutive year since 2009, a distinction given to no more than 5% of the lawyers in the state.
Since 2023, I have served as co-chair of the Consumer Privacy Committee of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA).
In 2023, the Illinois Bar Foundation honored me and my firm with its Champion Award, which is given each year to an attorney “whose professional and public careers set an example to which others aspire.”
I am a member of the University of Illinois at Chicago LAS Board of Visitors and regularly mentor younger and aspiring law students.
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222 W. Adams St. Suite 2020, Chicago, IL, 60606
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Posted by Tony | October 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Class Action
The best Class action attorney in Chicago!!!
I started to work with Mr.Zouras and his team on a Class action case in 2017. During the initial interview,he clearly explained the law and the rights of the employees. He also pointed out what law the employer has violated. Mr.Zouras is so patient, he answered all the questions I have. We finally wo...
"Jim is a top-notch lawyer known for being a fierce advocate who consistently secures the best outcomes for his clients. I’ve worked with him and have seen firsthand his deep expertise, determination, and relentless pursuit of justice, especially in the face of difficult opponents and complex cases. Jim is a true leader in employment law, winning important appellate decisions in class action wage and hour law, consumer fraud, and employee privacy cases. Jim’s integrity, fairness, and willingness to support others set him apart; he communicates clearly, leads by example, and inspires everyone around him to excel. I highly recommend Jim, and clients would be fortunate to have him on their side."
"Jay is a brilliant attorney with excellent litigation experience! I am happy to refer clients to him because I truly trust him! I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Jim on several overtime class action cases. He has consistently demonstrated excellent knowledge, experience and expertise in handling wage and hour matters. I endorse him."
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Founding Partner, Stephan Zouras, LLP
2007 - Present
National Employment Lawyers Association
1997 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association
$6 million settlement
$9 million settlement on the eve of trial
Several million dollars in unpaid earned wages recovered
Several million dollars in unpaid earned wages recovered
Hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid earned wages recovered
$13 million dollar settlement
1995
Juris Doctor
2016
Maximizing damages in wage and hour litigation
2015
Understanding employment law
2014
Class action settlements
2013
Latest trends in class wage and hour litigation
2013
Management of electronically-stored information in litigation
2012
"Opt-in/Opt-out Class Actions"
2012
Tips for Securing Class Certification
2008
Prosecuting complex wage and hour litigation against large law firms and corporations.
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