Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Northbrook, IL
With over 25 years of dedicated legal practice, my firm provides persistent, thorough, and efficient representation tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, small businesses, and corporations. Specializing in litigation, bankruptcy, and business law, I bring extensive courtroom experience in both state and federal courts, having managed cases ranging from document preparation to complex multi-million-dollar disputes. My practice emphasizes personalized service, ensuring every client receives professional, courteous counsel aligned with their specific legal goals. Services
Bankruptcy Law
Debt Reorganization
Creditors' Rights
Commercial Litigation
Business Formation
Real Estate Law
Foreclosure Defense
Estate Planning
Probate Law
Guardianship
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in legal practice.
- Our representation spans individuals, small businesses, and corporations.
- We provide seasoned advocacy in state and federal courts.
- Our approach prioritizes professional, courteous client communication.
- We handle cases from document preparation to appellate arguments.
Services
Bankruptcy Law
Potts, Steven S provides expert bankruptcy representation, helping clients navigate debt relief under the Bankruptcy Code. Our services include filing petitions, creditor negotiations, and court advocacy. With deep experience as a debt relief agency, we offer strategic solutions tailored to individual and business financial challenges.
Commercial Litigation
The firm handles complex commercial litigation cases, representing clients in contract disputes, corporate conflicts, and other business-related legal matters. Our approach combines thorough case preparation with aggressive courtroom advocacy to protect client interests in state and federal courts.
Business Formation
We guide clients through business formation and governance, including entity selection, contract drafting, and compliance strategies. Our services support startups and established businesses in structuring operations to minimize legal risks and ensure long-term success.
Estate Planning
The firm offers comprehensive estate planning services, including wills, trusts, and guardianship arrangements. We help clients protect assets, plan for incapacity, and ensure smooth succession through customized legal frameworks aligned with their personal and financial goals.
Foreclosure Defense
We represent homeowners facing foreclosure, exploring options like loan modifications, short sales, and bankruptcy protections. Our goal is to negotiate favorable outcomes while advocating for client rights throughout the legal process in Northbrook and surrounding areas.
People
Steven S. Potts
Principal Attorney
With over 25 years of legal experience, Steven S. Potts specializes in bankruptcy, litigation, and business law. Admitted to practice in Illinois and federal courts, he has represented diverse clients from individuals to corporations. He earned his Juris Doctor from Washington University in St. Louis and has been active in professional organizations like the Illinois State Bar Association.
Questions
What areas of law does Steven S. Potts specialize in?
The firm specializes in bankruptcy, litigation, business law, real estate transactions, and estate planning, serving individuals and businesses in Northbrook, IL.
How can the firm help with bankruptcy cases?
As a debt relief agency, we assist clients in filing for bankruptcy relief under the Bankruptcy Code with personalized, strategic legal guidance.
What experience does the attorney have in court proceedings?
With over 25 years of practice, the attorney has handled bench trials, jury trials, and appellate arguments in state and federal courts.
Does the firm represent both individuals and corporations?
Yes, the firm provides legal representation for individuals, small businesses, and publicly traded corporations in diverse legal matters.
