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A graduate of University of Illinois and DePaul University College of Law, Attorney Anthony Abear has been practicing law for over two decades. He began his legal career in the Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office. A former felony prosecutor, Mr. Abear gained valuable experience in complex litigation and investigative interviewing. He has extensive advanced litigation experience, which includes numerous jury trial prosecutions of major felonies which includes the prosecution of 2 murder cases.. In 2003, Mr. Abear established his own law firm, the Law Office of Anthony Abear P.C., which is dedicated to family law matters. Mr. Abear brings the skill set of a seasoned prosecutor into his family law practice. He offers clients aggressive representation, compassion and care for his clients and children, and he is well capable and ready to argue on his clients’ behalf.. Since its inception, the Law Office of Anthony Abear P.C. has operated primarily on referrals and word of mouth from satisfied clients. Attorney Anthony Abear makes client satisfaction a number one priority. He understands that family law proceedings can be difficult emotionally, financially and logistically for his clients and strives to make the legal process as painless as possible. Whether it’s a divorce, child custody, adoption, paternity or any other type of family law case, Mr. Abear offers strong and compassionate advocacy.. Some family lawyers impose total control over a case once they are hired. Mr. Abear, however, works along with his clients as a team. He stays in regular communication with his clients and discusses all aspects of the case. All decisions are made jointly with informed advice. When you hire Attorney Anthony Abear to handle your family law matter, you can have confidence that your lawyer is working with you and for you.

"The successful outcome of a case must be driven by the client’s priorities. Clients are unique and representing them requires an attorney to be not only competent, intelligent and creative, but it also requires her to listen to the client and understand his or her goals in order to pursue them aggressively." Erika N. Walsh is a partner at Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP whose practice is devoted exclusively to family law. She represents affluent clients and has successfully litigated and settled many cases involving complex and/or unique financial and custody issues. An ardent proponent of marriage equality, in 2011, Erika settled the first civil union dissolution case filed in Sangamon County, Illinois. With her background in psychology, Erika focuses on working with her clients to determine their goals for the dissolution process and beyond. She prioritizes what is important for her clients, educates them on their available options, and guides them through the decision-making process. In order to obtain the best result possible for each client, Erika utilizes all available methods, including settlement, negotiation, and litigation. Erika earned her Bachelor’s degree with high honors from the University of Illinois (Chicago) and her Doctor of Law degree from the University of Chicago Law School, where she participated in the Mandel Clinic representing indigent victims of police abuse. At University of Chicago, she won the prestigious Mandel Award for her exceptional contributions to the clinical education program. She joined Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 2006 following several years of commercial litigation practice, including the representation of major corporations in both federal and state courts and litigation cases involving sophisticated bank fraud, complex breach of contract, ERISA, personal injury, employment issues, and equine law. Erika is passionate about animal law and welfare. She is a competitive dressage rider and an active member of the dog fancy. In 2009, she was appointed to the Illinois Joint Congressional Task Force on Breeders and Pet Stores to give recommendations to the Illinois General Assembly regarding comprehensive legislative changes proposed to the Animal Welfare Act and the Humane Care for Animals Act. She has testified before multiple state legislatures regarding animal legislation. She is the Vice-Chair of the DuPage County Animal Law Committee, a member of the Illinois State Bar Association Animal Law Section, and an officer of two national not-for-profit kennel clubs. Education University of Chicago Law School, J.D. (2002) University of Illinois at Chicago, B.A. (English and psychology) with highest departmental distinction in English and honors (1999) Admissions Illinois (2003) U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2003) Memberships American Sloughi Association (Vice President) DuPage County Animal Law Committee (Vice Chair) DuPage County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Committee, Animal Law Committee) DuPage County Domestic Relations Court Custody Advisory Committee (Chairperson) Golden Key National Honor Society Illinois Joint Congressional Task Force on Breeders and Pet Stores (2009) Illinois State Bar Association (Member, Family Law Section, Animal Law Section) Kane County Bar Association (Member, Family Law Committee) Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago PsiChi National Honor Society United Sloughi Association (Secretary) United States Dressage Federation United States Equestrian Federation University of Illinois at Chicago Honors College (1994-1999) Awards and Honors DuPage Legal Assistance Foundation Pro Bono Service Award (2009) DuPage Bar Legal Aid Pro Bono Award (2006-2007) Edwin F. Mandel Award (2002) Bernard Shaw Scholar Van Keuren Award Winner Listed in Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities (1999) Academic Positions Lecturer at Law, University of Chicago Law School, 2012 – present Speaker Exotic Animal Legislation Affecting Herpetoculture (DuPage County Bar Association Animal Law Committee CLE, 2012). The Federal Animal Welfare Act (DuPage County Bar Association Animal Law Committee CLE, 2012). Proposition 8 and The Illinois Religious Freedom Protection and Civil Unions Act (ACLU of Springfield, 2011). Representing Upscale Victims of Domestic Violence (Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP, 2011). Fee Awards Under Section 508(b) (DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law Committee CLE, 2011).