Spesia & Taylor

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(815) 726-4311
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    • James C. Byrne
    • John M. Spesia
    • Christian G. Spesia
    • Jeffrey S. Taylor
    • Michael R. Stiff
    • Jacob E. Gancarczyk
    • Michael A. Santschi
    • E. Kent Ayers
    • Thomas M. Ewert
    • Kent F. Slater
    • Haley G. Peters
    • Aly N. Harms
    • Alexander J. Boyd
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Spesia & Taylor History

Firm History
Originally founded in 1899 under the name of Barr & Barr, the law firm of Spesia & Taylor is one of the oldest law firms in Will County.  Over the years, the attorney’s at Spesia & Taylor have built a reputation for high quality and aggressive legal representation.

Spesia & Taylor Partners: John M. Spesia, Jeffrey S. Taylor and Christian G. Spesia
Spesia & Taylor Partners: John M. Spesia, Jeffrey S. Taylor and Christian G. Spesia

Spesia & Taylor maintains the highest possible standards of legal and corporate ethics.  In fact, our firm has achieved an AV* rating from the Martindale-Hubbell American Law Directory, which is the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Three of our firm’s partners, Christian G. Spesia, John M. Spesia, and Jeffrey S. Taylor have also received individual AV* ratings.

Utilizing their many years of combined experience, the attorneys at Spesia & Taylor work to secure the results their clients need, crafting unique and innovative strategies designed to maximize returns without resulting in excessive or drawn-out litigation.

The law firm of Spesia & Taylor provides legal representation to clients in courts across Illinois, including federal courts. Spesia & Taylor is a full-service law firm, providing representation in a broad range of legal practice areas.  In particular, we possess expertise in the areas of:

  • Business & Tax Planning;
  • Commercial Litigation;
  • Eminent Domain & Condemnation;
  • Energy and Utilities;
  • Personal Injury & Malpractice;
  • School Law;
  • Employment & Civil Rights;
  • Municipal Law;
  • Real Estate & Zoning; andoldcourthouse_gray
  • Estates, Wills, & Trusts

When you retain the law office of Spesia & Taylor, you can rest assured that you are in the capable hands of attorneys who provide Experience, Integrity, and Results.

*CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies.

Featured News

Spesia & Taylor Successfully Defends the City of Crest Hill in High-Profile Civil Rights Case

By: Michael R. Stiff Spesia & Taylor attorneys Jeff Taylor, and Mike Stiff on July 28, 2021, won a Motion to Reconsider the 2019 denial of a ... Read More

Amendments to the Illinois residential real property transfer on death instrument act provides more estate plan tools to individuals in order to avoid probate

The Illinois Residential Real Property Transfer Act (755 ILCS 27/1, et seq.) (the “Act”) provides for an owner, or co-owners, to transfer Illinois ... Read More

Spesia & Taylor Partners John Spesia and Jeff Taylor recognized as “Top Personal Injury Lawyers” in 2021

This September, Spesia & Taylor Partners John Spesia and Jeff Taylor were each recognized as “Top Personal Injury Lawyers” by LeadingLawyers.com. ... Read More

New Job Opportunity For Associate Attorney At The Law Firm Of Spesia & Taylor

Well established, dynamic, AV rated law firm is seeking associate attorney to join our practice. The law firm of Spesia & Taylor has been proudly ... Read More

Will County Legal Opportunity Scholarship Program Award Recipient Announced

Spesia & Taylor is a proud sponsor of the Will County Legal Opportunity Scholarship Program. The Scholarship awards a $5,000 per year up to three ... Read More

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