Top Attorney – William J. Stevens

“The secret to my success is being realistic and honest about the people and issues I encounter.” – William J. Stevens

William J. Stevens Litigation Lawyer is based in Bridgman, Michigan. The firm represents clients in legal matters including criminal defense, business trials and appeals, bankruptcy, real estate. Attorney William J. Stevens is creative in his work. He has established a successful appellate practice and has handled federal criminal defense work. Bill has also been successful in enforcing fiduciary duties in mid-sized business. He has reported 70 cases and has tried over 200 cases to verdict or judgement.

He is admitted to practice law in the state of Illinois; 1966, the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar; 1968, U.S. Court of Appeals, 7th Circuit; 1969, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Indiana; 1972, U.S. Supreme Court; 1974, U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit; 1975, U.S. Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit; 1979, U.S. Court of Appeals, 5th Circuit; 1981, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Federal Claims; 1983, Indiana; 1983, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana; 1984, U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit; 1991, U.S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit; 1996, Michigan.

Bill received his J.D. from Chicago Kent College of Law, 1966 and B.A. from the University of Chicago, 1962. He is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association. Bill holds the coveted AV Preeminent rating by Martindale-Hubbell.

The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.