Steven A. Amjad brings extensive experience in many aspects of legal practice to the clients of Meyer Capel.  Over the last several years he has specialized his area of practice in litigation including complex commercial litigation, personal injury, toxic tort defense and criminal defense.

Mr. Amjad's office is located in Champaign County, however, he frequently travels to litigate cases in central Illinois including travel to Coles County, Cumberland County, DeWitt County, Douglas County, Edgar County, Effingham County, Ford County, Iroquois County, Macon County, McLean County, Sangamon County, Shelby County, Tazewell County and Vermilion County.

Mr. Amjad has represented both large and small corporate clients and private individuals; he has represented shareholders, consumers, retailers, individuals, property owners, and product manufacturers.  He has been an advocate for clients involved in contract disputes, land disputes, farming issues, statutory violations, title issues and creditor collections.  Steve has resolved many cases through settlement before, during and after trial.  Mr. Amjad's MBA in finance gives his clients an added, unique area of additional expertise that many other business litigation attorneys lack.  In addition to his trial experience, Mr. Amjad has argued before the Fourth District Appellate Court in Illinois.

His personal injury practice focuses on the representation of injured people and not large insurance companies.  It is often difficult deal with life after a serious accident.  Mr. Amjad has helped client's navigate claims with their own insurance carrier in addition to representing them in actions against other individuals and insurance companies.  There are many issues to keep in mind in evaluating a claim for injuries after an accident including doctor's bills, time lost from work, medical costs for ongoing injuries, pain and suffering and a change in lifestyle.  Mr. Amjad represents Plaintiff's (injured persons) in this area of the law and helps them value their loss and obtain compensation for their injuries.

Mr. Amjad and the attorneys at Meyer Capel have experience in defending toxic tort cases in Central Illinois.  The firm has worked with large international chemical products manufacturers on all aspects of their defense.  Mr. Amjad and the Meyer Capel team have been able to maintain and coordinate the defense of these complicated matters that often involve coordinating a defense amongst many parties with varying interests and levels of liability.

The criminal law practice is specialized and often depends on a local connection for a quick resolution.  Mr. Amjad is currently a special prosecutor in Champaign County in addition to his criminal defense practice.  As a prosecutor and defense attorney, Mr. Amjad has handled criminal cases ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. 

Steve is a member of the Illinois and Missouri State Bar Associations.  He is also a licensed real estate broker in the State of Missouri on inactive status.