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Mr. Downs was President of the Illinois State Bar Association in 2005-2006 and was a member of the ISBA task force on attorneys for minority children, which drafted the Illinois revised child representative law.  He also chaired the ISBA Family law Section Council and was Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Matrimonial Law Committee.  He was also one of four recipients of the 1995 American Bar Foundation Family Law Pro Bono Services Award.  Mr. Downs' efforts have also been recognized by the Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and others.  He did his undergraduate work at Grinnell College, where he was awarded their Distinguished Alumni Award, and he received his J.D. from Stetson University College of Law, where he was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 2009.

Jay Paul Deratany, licensed in Illinois and Florida, has won some of the largest single verdicts in the Chicago-land area for people who have been seriously injured or victimized by medical negligence,foster care or adoption negligence. He is part of the Million dollar advocates; member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association;  featured in Chicago Magazine and listed as Chicago's "Top Lawyer 2007, 2008 and 2009" ; featured in Jett Magazine, Adoption magazines, stories in USA Today, Chicago Tribune, Sun Times etc.

Dissolution of marriage and adoption are significant events that impact the family in different ways. I have the experience and empathy to guide you through the process.
In addition to the legal knowledge of the family-building process, I have the first hand experience of being raised with six adopted siblings.
I can support you through your divorce with empathy and understanding, but have the trial experience to back it up if your case becomes contentious.

Andrew Engle practices family law with a positive approach to helping his clients. "Although in most of our cases, people are experiencing varying levels of personal turmoil, the right family law attorney can help clients navigate the overwhelming legal system and achieve favorable results." In addition to offering his clients expert legal advice and strategies, Engle often finds himself serving their more emotional needs as well. He explains, "I try to help people cope with their individual situations and overcome a difficult part of life with dignity and self-respect.". "I'm drawn to family law because I'm fascinated by the interaction of the law with psychology," Engle says, adding that "Davis Friedman has been a leading firm in the field of family law for decades. The legal experience and resources provided by our team are exceptional." Typically, his prospective clients are dealing with issues that are both legally and emotionally complex. "People have to grapple with the sadness, anger and disappointments associated with divorce and custody cases, while making sound financial decisions and agreements that best suit their family. It is my job to help guide clients through the difficulty of balancing their feelings with the financial business of divorce. My challenge is to reduce the emotional stress of the cases and help clients make thoughtful, intelligent and sensible decisions.". Engle says he always attempts to work amicably with opposing attorneys to settle cases as fairly and swiftly as possible. If there is the need for litigation, he and his colleagues work tirelessly to achieve outstanding results. Engle is guided by his strong sense of ethics and responsibility to be a fierce advocate for each of his clients.. Engle's practice extends across Cook, Lake, Du Page, Will, McHenry, Kane and Kendall counties. His clients include physicians, lawyers, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, media personalities, business owners, homemakers, teachers and union members, as well as their spouses.. Engle's caring attitude and dedication to his wide range of clients is what motivates him every day. "I've found that being a divorce lawyer puts my own life into perspective. My goal is to help people feel satisfied and content. At the end of the day, we are trying to restore hope and give people the tools they need to start the next chapters of their lives."

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced Adoption attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.