About Mr. Steven P.

Mr. Steven P — McCollum practices criminal regulation in Waukegan, Illinois. He has been a principal lawyer at McCollum Hodgkinson, P.C. since 2016. The firm handles a selection of criminal cases, including DUI & DWI, traffic tickets, domestic violence, juvenile regulation, and white-collar crime. His knowledge in the legal field spans numerous decades, making him a well-respected figure within the network. He earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law in 1978, following a B.A.

in History and Political Science from the University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign in 1975. His law school training began at Rutgers School of Law-Camden in 1975. This foundation laid the groundwork for a profitable profession in law, especially in felony prosecution and defense. Mr. McCollum's career includes meaningful roles within the Lake County State's Attorney's Office. He served as Chief Deputy State's Lawyer and held a number of leader positions in divisions focusing on criminal evaluate, misdemeanors, and juvenile cases. His position as a criminal trial prosecutor began in 1981, and he transitioned to assistant state's lawyer in 1979. This extensive background in prosecution gave him an understanding of the felony legal system.

In addition to his practice, he is actively involved in numerous legal institutions. Mr. McCollum is a member of the Illinois State Bar and the American Bar Association. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Lake County Bar Foundation and the Lake County Bar Association, the place he chairs the Criminal Law Committee. His commitment to the legal community extends to the Jefferson Inn of Court and A Safe Place - Lake County Crisis Center. His work is acknowledged; he's recognized for his contributions to the area of law and the network. Mr. McCollum's dedication to justice and advocacy for his clients is evident in his approach to every case.

He navigates the details of criminal law with a focus on attaining the most effective feasible results for his clients. With a career spanning over 4 many years, Mr. McCollum continues to effect the legal field in Illinois. His information and experience in criminal law make him a precious useful resource for the ones facing legal demanding situations. Clients can have faith in his talent in navigating the details of criminal cases, with a focus on protecting client rights.

Education

University of Illinois College of Law

J.D. (1978) | Law

1976

Rutgers School of Law-Camden

Law

1975

University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

B.A. (1975) | History, Political Science

1971

Experience

Principal Lawyer

McCollum Hodgkinson, P.C.
2016

Principal Lawyer

Law Offices of Steven P. McCollum, P.C.
1995

Chief Deputy State s Lawyer

Lake County State s Lawyer s Office
1990

Chief, Felony Review Division

Lake County State s Lawyer s Office
1987

Chief, Misdemeanor and Traffic Division

Lake County State s Lawyer s Office
1985

Chief, Juvenile Division

Lake County State s Lawyer s Office
1985

Felony Trial Prosecutor

Lake County State s Lawyer s Office
1981

Assistant State s Lawyer

Peoria County State s Lawyer s Office
1979

Accepted Jurisdictions

Illinois
U.S. Supreme Court

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
Illinois State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Law DUI & DWI Traffic Tickets Domestic Violence Juvenile Law White Collar Crime

Professional Associations

Illinois State Bar

has membership Current

Jefferson Inn of Court

has membership Current

Lake County Bar Foundation

has membership, Board of Directors 2015 - Current

American Bar Association

has membership 2014 - Current

Lake County Bar Association

has membership, Judicial Selection and Retention Committee 2014 - Current

Lake County Bar Association

has membership, Board of Directors 2008 - 2015

Lake County Bar Association

Chairperson, Criminal Law Committee 2007 - 2010

A Safe Place - Lake County Crisis Center

has membership - Board of Directors 1989 - 1995

Office Locations

Main Office

 415 Washington St Suite 103 Waukegan IL 60085