Steven Allen Stein, Litigation Attorney in Wheeling, Illinois
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp · 4.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
MemberatStein & Cherney, Ltd.
Wheeling, IL
Practicing litigation in Wheeling since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Steven Allen Stein is a member based in Wheeling, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Steven has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stein & Cherney, Ltd.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Wheeling, IL
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Litigation · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Wheeling, IL.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Steven Allen Stein: Steven Allen Stein is a member based in Wheeling, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Steven has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stein & Cherney, Ltd.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Steven Allen Stein
Steven concentrates on litigation, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Litigation cases in Wheeling, Illinois
Steven takes litigation matters in Wheeling, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steven agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Wheeling, Illinois
Steven takes personal injury matters in Wheeling, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steven agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Wheeling, Illinois
Steven takes workers comp matters in Wheeling, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Steven Allen Stein — Over 45 years of Illinois litigation experience
Steven Allen Stein is a member based in Wheeling, IL. The practice focuses on Litigation, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Steven has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Stein & Cherney, Ltd.. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Steven Allen Stein is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, plaintiff trial practice, workmen's compensation law and 1 other area of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Steven practices at Stein & Cherney, Ltd. in Wheeling, IL.
Working with Steven on a litigation matter
Steven Allen Stein is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, plaintiff trial practice, workmen's compensation law and 1 other area of law. Steven received a B.S. degree from Northern Illinois University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years. Steven practices at Stein & Cherney, Ltd. in Wheeling, IL.
Clients Steven works with
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for litigation, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Wheeling and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Steven Allen Stein's legal education and bar admissions
John Marshall Law School
J.D. · 1981
Northern Illinois University
B.S. · 1978
Jurisdictions
Steven's state bar admissions
Illinois
1981 · ACTIVE
Steven studied at J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Northern Illinois University.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in John Marshall Law School and B.S. in Northern Illinois University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Steven Allen Stein
Steven has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Steven's professional memberships and bar associations
Chicago Bar Association
membership
Locations
Steven Allen Stein's office in Wheeling
Steven's primary office is at 747 West Dundee, Wheeling, IL, 60090-2805. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Steven Allen Stein — 4.8/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Steven. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing litigation attorneys in Wheeling.
4.8
2 client reviews
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How to hire Steven Allen Stein — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new litigation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a litigation attorney in Wheeling, Illinois
A short list to run through before you commit: How many litigation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Steven
Steven discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in litigation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every litigation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many litigation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Steven Allen Stein
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a litigation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some litigation attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.
How long do litigation cases in Illinois typically take?
Simple litigation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Wheeling?
Steven is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Steven will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Steven?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new litigation clients right now?
Steven's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Litigation attorneys serving Wheeling, Chicago and Springfield in Illinois
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