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Firm: BEERMANN LLP

161 North Clark Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family , Family

Candace Meyers is a natural born advocate whose overarching goal is to guide her clients through what is oftentimes the most challenging experience of their lives. As far back as she can remember, Candace has always had a passion, and a calling to protect those who were unable to defend themselves. She believes that innate drive is at the core of why she chose to be a family law attorney as her professional career path.. Candace expertly handles a variety of family law cases, including complex parenting rights and responsibility disputes, tracing assets and advocating for clients through negotiation, mediation and cooperation. She is intently focused on empowering her clients through educating them on the divorce process through solid counsel, in order to obtain the most favorable results for them. She is admired by her peers for her knowledge, integrity and sense of humor. In recognition of her talents, she was made partner at Boyle Feinberg in 2014.. Candace is an associate board member of the Anti-Defamation League, participating in the Glass Leadership Institute and serving as one of the co-chairs for the ADL Outreach Network. She has been an avid fundraiser for cancer awareness and prevention organizations, including participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and serving as team captain for American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.

Firm: Berger Schatz

161 N Clark Street, Suite 2800 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Family

Firm: Jeffrey M. Leving Ltd.

19 S La Salle St Ste 1500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Westover Born P.C.

2301 West Belmont , Chicago , Illinois 60618

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Law Office of Betsy Ehlen, LLC

53 W. Jackson Blvd. , Chicago , Illinois 60604

Practice Areas: Family

Betsy (Elizabeth) Ehlen practices exclusively in the area of family law, representing clients in a range of issues including divorce, custody disputes, division of marital assets and real property, spousal and child support, paternity, domestic violence, and civil unions.. Betsy was drawn to family law by the personal nature of the work and because of the unique challenge each new case brings. Betsy prides herself on using creative strategies to reach her clients’ goals. She is widely regarded as a skilled litigator, but she also understands when amicable negotiations should be the first option to meet her clients’ needs while resolving their cases quickly.. Betsy grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio and received her B.A. from Ithaca College. She earned her J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law in 2003, where she was a recipient of the Scholar in Law award. Betsy has been licensed in Illinois since 2003 and is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association. When Betsy isn't in court she's honing her competitive edge on the field by coaching and playing field hockey.

Firm: Griffin McCarthy & Rice LLP

55 W. Monroe St. , Chicago , Illinois 60603

Practice Areas: Corporate , Estate Planning, Probate , Real Estate , Trusts, Family

Attorney Elizabeth Demonte is a highly skilled litigator and author who has done significant work on pre-decree divorce, post-decree divorce, parentage, child custody, child support and grandparent visitation cases. She penned article, “Spotlight On: The Nurse-Family Partnership,” which was published in the prestigious Children’s Legal Rights Journal.. Demonte received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and graduated summa cum laude from DePaul University with a bachelor’s in Business Management. She also received the coveted Certification in Child and Family Law and was awarded a position as Editor on Loyola’s Children’s Legal Rights Journal, a major honor.

Firm: Law Offices of Debra DiMaggio

161 North Clark Street Suite 4700 , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Blair | Caravelli | Irmen Law

321 N Clark St 5Th Fl , Chicago , Illinois 60654

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Family , Divorce & Separation

Firm: Feinberg and Barry, P.C.

20 S Clark Street   500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603

Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family

Firm: Fischel & Kahn, Ltd.

155 N Wacker Drive , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Civil , Estate , Family , Probate , Family

Firm: Jill M. Metz & Associates

5443 N Broadway St # 2 N , Chicago , Illinois 60640

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Frumm & Frumm

10 S La Salle St Ste 1420 , Chicago , Illinois 60603

Practice Areas: Family

David Frumm is a founding partner of Frumm & Frumm. He has been practicing law since 1979, exclusively in the areas of family law and domestic relations since 1989. As a tenacious litigator, David successfully represents clients in all stages of domestic relations matters. David is known for his zealous advocacy and commitment to obtaining favorable outcomes for his clients. David prides himself on his personalized attention to each client, to provide them with the best guidance throughout emotional divorce proceedings.. David received his Bachelor’s Degree, with Honors, from Arizona State University, and received his Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School in 1975. Upon his admission to the bar, David was employed by the City of Chicago as an Assistant Corporation Counsel assigned to their law division. During his tenure with the city, David was trial counsel in complex jury trials, obtaining numerous verdicts in favor of the city of Chicago. He also had the opportunity to attend several prestigious trial advocacy programs and seminars.. EDUCATION Arizona State University-Bachelor of Science, 1975 John Marshall Law School, Juris Doctor, 1979. BAR ADMISSIONS Illinois (1979) United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1980). Frumm & Frumm is a boutique Chicago law firm focusing exclusively on family and matrimonial law for over 25 years.   Specifically, the attorneys of Frumm & Frumm have expertise in divorce (pre-decree and post-decree), custody and visitation, child support & maintenance (alimony), property division, business/income valuations, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and parentage cases.. Our clients retain us knowing we have the experience and compassion to help them through this challenging time.  We especially pride ourselves on our personalized attention to all clients and all matters.  The attorneys of Frumm & Frumm are thoughtful and skilled negotiators but also possess extensive trial experience which enables us to zealously advocate on behalf of our clients. We will provide you with realistic and honest assessments to help you navigate through the legal process

Firm: Katz & Stefani, LLC

222 N. LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP

250 S. Wacker Ave., Suite 600 , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Family

Named an Illinois Rising Star in 2015 and each subsequent year by Super Lawyers, Daniel Kessler brings deep sensitivity and commitment to his representation of family law clients.. In every case, whether it involves complex business valuations and forensic accounting or sophisticated medical and mental health concerns, Dan focuses on the fundamental human aspects of law, excelling as both a counselor and an advocate. His talent for identifying critical issues, articulating the law’s application to particular facts, and arguing for desired outcomes, notwithstanding ambiguities and divisions within the law, have helped secure the best possible results for his clients, whether by settlement or trial.. Dan places emphasis on his clients’ economic well-being and the welfare of their children. His proficiency in forecasting potential future conflicts and drafting binding legal documents with precision have helped his clients to avert such conflicts, altogether, and to prevail when such conflicts cannot be averted.. Prior to pursuing his career in family law, Dan worked over the course of ten years with troubled teens and their families, gaining extensive direct service experience in the areas of assessment, case management, and treatment.. Entering homes and schools, he supported successful placements of youth through advocacy and accountability and addressed challenges related to poverty, criminal gang activity, mental illness, substance abuse, neglect, physical, emotional, and sexual abuse.. During his studies at Northwestern University of Law, Dan assisted in the legal representation of juveniles and adults in Northwestern’s Bluhm Legal Clinic and in the Law Office of the Cook County Public Defender. Dan joined Dussias Law Group (now, Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP) in 2013 after exclusively having practiced family law with Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP. He also completed a judicial externship with the Honorable Ann Claire Williams of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.

Firm: McDonnell Boehnen Hulbert & Berghoff LLP

300 South Wacker Drive , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Civil , Copyrights, Intellectual Property , Patents, Trademarks, Family

Firm: The Law Offices of Curtis Bennett Ross, LLC

100 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1111 , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Divorce, Family , Paternity, Divorce & Separation

Chicago, Illinois lawyer providing legal representation in family law matters. Curtis Bennett Ross is a Cook County attorney who concentrates his practice on divorce and family law. Mr. Ross's background is in the business and financial sector. Mr. Ross obtained his CPA (certified public accountant) license in 1977 and is currently registered as a CPA in Illinois. Mr. Ross received his license to practice law in 1980. The combination of financial and legal education has served Mr. Ross well in that he has been recognized by the Court for his specialized business and financial knowledge by appointment as a receiver and as a financial expert in family law matters. This distinction is unique and not one the Court often makes. These appointments are a vote of confidence in Mr. Ross's abilities and set him apart from his peers. Mr. Ross has given back to the community by lecturing on behalf of the Illinois State Bar Association in the area of family law and has also enjoyed full semesters of teaching in the areas of accounting and federal income taxation at the University of Illinois at Urbana. Mr. Ross enjoys a good reputation among his peers and other professionals such as mental health care providers and accountants.. Chicago Family Law Attorney with Many HonorsCurtis Bennett Ross is known for representing a wide variety of clients, with a wide variety of issues. Mr. Ross has a consistent track record for success and works for his clients without compromising his ethical obligations. Mr. Ross enjoys recognition from the judiciary and serves as an officer on several committees. Mr. Ross has been given the highest Avvo rating of 10.0 and has a high level of industry recognition from his peers for his efforts. Mr. Ross's peers find him to be honest and knowledgeable, always staying on top of the latest legal developments. The Law Office of Curtis Bennett Ross, LLC is staffed with friendly professionals and uses up to date technology to meet today's innovative standards.. Using a Respectful Approach to Get Satisfactory ResultsMr. Ross approaches each case from a position of respect; respect for his clients, the Court, and the other side. His years of experience show that treating all the parties fairly yields the best results for his clients. Mr. Ross fights hard for your rights and the rights of your children while maintaining a level of professionalism recognized by his adversaries. Mr. Ross's peers and former clients give him high marks for his honesty and knowledge. Mr. Ross also receives recognition for his specialized financial knowledge, and this allows him to represent clients with a broad range of financial needs and status. Mr. Ross is able to effectively value complex business assets and other property valuations. Outside of the office and in his spare time, Mr. Ross enjoys spending time with his family and friends.. Call today to schedule your appointment with a Chicago family law attorney.. At The Law Offices of Curtis Bennett Ross, LLC we value your time; we promptly return your phone calls, give you a free initial phone consultation, and offer flexible appointment schedules. Call us today at or visit us online to schedule your appointment.

Firm: Craig B. Hammond, Ltd.

West Washington Street , Chicago , Illinois 60602

Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Divorce,Domestic Violence,Family ,Mediation,Prenuptial Agreement,Retirement Benefits,Spousal Support,Taxation - State & Federal

Firm: Marx Law LLC

200 West Madison Street , Chicago , Illinois 60606

Practice Areas: Family

Christopher T. Marx is a distinguished member of the Illinois trial bar, with a seven year track record of proven success, while focused exclusively on the practice of family and matrimonial law. Chris is passionate about identifying, and defending, his clients' best interests from every conceivable angle. He is a tireless advocate for men, women, and children navigating the treacherous roads of Illinois family courtrooms.. After earning his B.A. from the prestigious liberal arts College Hobart & William Smith, Chris moved to Chicago where he earned his J.D. from the DePaul University College of Law and served as President of the DePaul Center for Law & Science. It was during this time that Chris realized his calling in the field --  first serving an internship under respected Chicago family law Judge Nancy J. Katz, then clerking for world renown matrimonial law attorney Marshall J.Auerbach (better known as the "Dean of Illinois Matrimonial Law Attorneys") while he was a student.. Chris has been licensed to practice in the State of Illinois since 2006. He is a member of both the Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. While dedicating his legal career the practice of family law, he has earned a reputation as a tenacious litigator and negotiator. Chris possesses extensive experience and has a successful track record against other top Chicago divorce attorneys in cases across Cook, Lake, and DuPage counties -- earning significant victories in highly contested custody matters, and cases involving complex financial matters with high net worth estates.

Firm: Aronberg Goldgehn Davis & Garmisa

330 N Wabash Ave , Chicago , Illinois 60611

Practice Areas: Family

Chidinma graduated from Drexel University in 2011 where she received a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology and Criminal Justice minor. She continued her education at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology where she graduated in 2015 with her Master’s in Forensic Psychology. She then received her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in May of 2019, where she earned a certificate in Family Law. Chidinma was admitted to the Illinois Bar in 2019.. While attending DePaul University College of Law, Chidinma received the Dean’s Achievement Scholarship and she was an executive board member of the Child and Family Law Association. Chidinma gained invaluable experience as an intern at the Domestic Violence Legal Clinic in Chicago, where she assisted litigants in obtaining emergency orders of protection. She also clerked for Life Span, an organization that strives to end domestic and sexual violence, where she worked on domestic violence and immigration matters.. Chidinma also interned at the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services through the Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI) and at the Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services, where served as a legal representative in family law and probate cases involving divorce, guardianship, parentage and adoption matters. In 2018, Chidinma had the honor to serve as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Judge William S. Boyd in the Domestic Relations Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County.. After law school, Chidinma began her career at another well-respected family law firm where she worked on high-net worth family law matters. Over the course of her legal career, Chidinma has worked exclusively in family law, assisting clients in various family issues such as divorce, child support, parentage, and adoptions. Chidinma continues to be a strong advocate for her clients and counsels them through the complex judicial process towards resolution.. Chidinma is a member of the Chicago Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association.

Firm: Schiller, DuCanto and Fleck LLP

200 North La Salle Street 30th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60601

Practice Areas: General Practice, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family

Divorce becomes a critical stage in the lives of individuals going through it for many reasons; a predominant concern is the threat to their quality of life. With balanced, yet aggressive advocacy, Eric L. Schulman helps protect the lifestyle of clients and their children, especially if a spouse lacks experience in managing family finances. Mr. Schulman is diligent about examining income, spending and assets to make sure that all resources are known for the benefit of his clients.. Since every divorce, like every person, is different, Mr. Schulman provides clients with individualized attention from start to finish of their case. A careful listener, he helps clients identify goals, then keeps their needs at the forefront as he works towards a favorable result. Known for hard work and exceptional effort, Mr. Schulman also strives to manage cases with efficiency and consideration to cost. Above all, honesty and integrity characterize his counsel.. Elected a partner at Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 2004, Mr. Schulman lectures in the areas of family law and has taught classes on Illinois divorce law for the College of Lake County and has served as a guest lecturer for Loyola University School of Law. He is a former Family Law Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section and previously served as a member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for the Chicago Bar Association.. Since 2006 Mr. Schulman has been named a "Leading Lawyer" in the practice of Illinois family law by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company, and in 2007 was chosen as one of the "40 Attorneys Under 40 in Illinois to Watch.” He was previously named a "Rising Star" Illinois attorney, and in 2012, an Illinois Super Lawyer.  He also has been named as one of the Nation's Leading Matrimonial Lawyers in Best Lawyers in America by Neifeh and Smith.  Mr. Schulman is also a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.