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Attorney

Stephen C. Jarvis

Stephen is an experienced commercial litigator focusing primarily on franchise and distribution disputes.

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Stephen is an experienced commercial litigator who has defended his clients’ rights across the country in federal and state court, alternative dispute resolution forums, and appeals. He assists clients with a wide variety of complex claims, including those relating to franchise law violations, breach of contract, unfair and deceptive trade practices, and intellectual property. Stephen also advises his clients on intellectual property licensing and business formation.

Prior to joining Cheng Cohen, Stephen practiced in a small law firm specializing in intellectual property litigation, where he served as lead counsel in a wide range of matters including patent, trademark, and copyright litigation, trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and fraud.

Did you know

Stephen is a former volunteer firefighter.Stephen used to be a film editor and professional voice-over announcer.If Stephen wasn’t a lawyer, he would probably be either a chef or a helicopter pilot.Stephen was voted “best sense of humor” by his high school classmates.Stephen used to love playing Madden with his boys. But it’s not as much fun now that they’re better than him.Stephen once performed a citizen’s arrest.Stephen’s truck is older than he is.Stephen gets taller and more handsome every time his grandmother sees him.Stephen’s great-great-aunt founded Mother’s Day.Stephen’s scrambled eggs are better than yours.

Credentials & Contributions

Education

  • Juris Doctor, summa cum laude, DePaul University College of Law
  • Bachelor of Arts, Calvin College

Bar Admissions

  • State of Illinois
  • United States District Court for the Northern Districts of Illinois
  • United States District Court for the Northern Districts of Indiana

Associations

  • International Franchise Association
  • American Bar Association Forum on Franchising
  • Chicago Bar Association

Awards & Recognition

Illinois Super Lawyers' Rising Star (2016-2022)