About Steve

Born to immigrant parents who did not speak English, yet worked hard to raise their large family. Steve started his adult life as a high school dropout. After much work and a few breaks, he completed the GED, finished college, graduated from law school and passed the Illinois Bar. Steve was fortunate to be mentored by some of the most respected lawyers in Illinois.

Steve has been practicing law for over 25 years and has seen some intriguing cases. Steve stands among a select group of attorneys in the United States who successfully demonstrated a link between Atrial Fibrillation and a car accident. His remarkable legal prowess secured a substantial monetary award for his client during a binding arbitration proceeding against the insurance company.

Such was the impact of his performance that, following the hearing, opposing counsel suggested that Steve's masterful direct examination of a witness should be recorded and made available for all law school students to witness, serving as a shining example of professionalism and an effective approach to conducting direct examinations.

Steve also served as legal counsel for a family affected by a Metra train derailment, achieving a favorable outcome on behalf of his clients. Steve has broad experience working on personal injury cases, wrongful death cases, criminal cases, contract cases and Real Estate Closings.

Community Crusader: Striving for a Better Tomorrow

From Dropout to Education Advocate

Having once been a high school dropout himself, Steve possesses a profound appreciation for the value of education. He assumed the role of Chairman on the Education Funding Advisory Board for the State of Illinois, where the board advocated for an augmentation in educational funding for all 859 school districts across the state.

Supporting Our Community

Steve Demitro volunteers much time for the betterment of the community. He organizes and runs a fishing derby for kids out of McKinley Park that has the reputation as one of the best kids Fishing Derby in the United States.  In 2020 Steve was awarded the Community Service Award by the McKinley Park Civic Association for outstanding work in the community.

Steve served on the Executive Board of Directors of the Ukrainian National Museum — an ethnic museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the immigration contribution to Chicago's cultural tapestry.

Hockey and the Wounded Warriors

Steve loves playing hockey and is Captain of the Lawyers Hockey Team. He often plays in and organizes charity hockey games, including charity games at the United Center and hockey games benefiting  the USA Wounded Warriors.

Life Experiences and Qualifications Matter

All participating Bar Associations have found Steve Demitro Qualified for Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County. Steve may be the only high school dropout to receive "Qualified" ratings from Bar Associations.

"Steve Demitro is 'Qualified' to serve as a Circuit Court Judge. Mr. Demitro was admitted to practice law in Illinois in May 2000. Since then, he has handled a variety of litigation matters. He demonstrated a strong work ethic and integrity. He has presided over more than 200 arbitrations in his legal practice. He is well-regarded for his temperament and demeanor, and he is respected for his civic and community involvement."

"Mr. Demitro is considered to have good legal ability and is praised for his temperament. He is very active in community affairs. He has had substantial litigation experience, particularly in recent years. The Council finds him Qualified for the Circuit Court."

Defying the Odds, Achieving the Extraordinary

In the face of adversity, Steve Demitro stands as a testament to the boundless potential of the human spirit. His journey is a shining example of what can be achieved, both in the realm of physical prowess and intellectual acumen. Whether it's embracing the world of hockey with no formal training and scarce resources, ultimately ascending to the ranks of professional players, or transcending the challenges of a high school dropout to become a revered lawyer, Steve has earned the admiration of his peers in the legal profession and garnered favorable ratings from Bar Associations.

His story is a resounding reminder that with determination and unwavering belief in oneself, remarkable achievements are within reach.