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Find Family Law Attorneys Near You in Evanston, IL
Directory of family law attorneys in Evanston, Illinois. Verify credentials with the state bar before hiring.
14 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Evanston, IL
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Showing 14 family law attorneys in Evanston, IL
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Shelley B. Ballard P.C.
1500 Oak Ave APT 4E, Evanston, IL 60201
(312) 316-0912 sballardlaw.com
Nozari Legal
1603 Orrington Ave #600, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 861-7900 nozarilegal.com
Sterling Lawyers, LLC
1603 Orrington Ave Suite 661, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 920-7220 sterlinglawyers.com
O. Long Law, LLC
909 Davis St #500, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 556-8846 olonglaw.com
Yearwood and Associates, Ltd
828 Davis St #213, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 824-0358 ellenyearwoodlaw.com
Shambee Law Office, Ltd
701 Main St Suite 201A, Evanston, IL 60202
(773) 741-3602 shambeelaw.com
WolfPoint Legal LLC
1724 Sherman Ave #201, Evanston, IL 60201
(773) 771-2498 wolfpointlegal.com
Stern Mendez
500 Davis St #1000, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 868-9584 sternmendez.com
Daci Jett Law, LLC
708 Church St Ste. 239, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 957-7650 dacijettlaw.com
Froum Law Group, LLC
807 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 228-0034 froumlaw.com
Law Office of Jeffrey P. Story, LLC
2144 Ashland Ave Unit 2, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 328-7552 jeffreypstory.com
Michael D. Poulos, Attorney at Law
1724 Sherman Ave #201, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 492-9800 pouloslaw.com
O'Flaherty Law
2521 Gross Point Rd ste 222, Evanston, IL 60201
(224) 244-9922 oflaherty-law.com
Stingle Perkoski LLC
1603 Orrington Ave #600, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 767-3868 spfamilylaw.com
Family law attorneys in Evanston Illinois assist with divorce child custody child support and property division. Illinois law requires a 90 day waiting period for divorce cases with minor children. Local attorneys understand Cook County court procedures and can guide you through the legal process.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Evanston Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Illinois vary widely. Hourly rates typically range from $250 to $500 per hour. A simple uncontested divorce may cost $1,500 to $3,000. A contested divorce with custody issues can cost $10,000 to $30,000 or more. Some attorneys offer flat fees for specific services. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Illinois?
Illinois is a no fault divorce state. You do not need to prove fault. The only ground is irreconcilable differences that have caused the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. You must live separate and apart for at least 6 months before the divorce is finalized.
How is child custody decided in Illinois?
Illinois uses the term parental responsibilities instead of custody. The court decides based on the best interest of the child. Factors include the childs wishes the parents ability to cooperate and each parents involvement. The court may award joint or sole parental responsibilities.
What is the Illinois child support formula?
Illinois uses an income shares model. The court calculates support based on both parents combined income and the number of children. The non custodial parent typically pays a percentage. For one child the percentage is 20% of net income. For two children it is 28%.
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