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Attorney at Law

Counsel of Record

Stephen
Richards

 ·  Chicago, IL

Years at Bar
40
Bar Registration
IL-1985
Law School
[]
Languages
English

Google Reviews

4.4/ 5.00

37 reviews on Google

48 client reviews

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Years in Practice
40 yrs
Bar Number
IL-1985
Law School
[]
Languages
English
Location
Chicago, IL
60604

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4.437 reviews

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Google Reviews4.4★ · 37 total

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★★★★★Mar 2026

Stephen gave me a second chance at life he was there with me for two cases, one in New Jersey and one in Chicago one Federal and one state and he always did what he said he was gonna do. Don’t give up hope hire his office and stay free. I recommend him and give him five stars.

matthew RobinsonGoogle
★★★★★May 2025

Mr. Richards was generous to assist with his legal services, making exception for my financial difficulties at a time when I was traveling through state. He defended me on behalf of a drug possession charge and when I needed representation again three years later was there to pick up the legal messes of our current judicial system.

Coleman TurkGoogle
★★★★★May 2025

I want to express my deepest gratitude to Attorney Stephen Richards for his willingness to take on my granddaughter’s first-degree murder case. From the very beginning, Mr. Richards demonstrated not only a strong command of criminal law, but also an exceptional level of dedication and compassion during an incredibly difficult time for our family. He did not hesitate when others might have. Instead, he listened patiently, explained our options clearly, and showed that he was fully prepared to fight for justice. His readiness to step into such a serious case gave us hope when we needed it most. It’s rare to find an attorney who combines legal skill with genuine care for his clients, but Mr. Richards is truly one of those rare professionals. If you are looking for a defense attorney who is experienced, fearless, and compassionate, I cannot recommend Stephen Richards highly enough.

Lorayne HoskinsGoogle
★★★★★May 2025

Very knowledgeable! Takes questions seriously!

Mario OrtizGoogle

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Jun 2024

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