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Sher, Marjorie
Law Office of Marjorie Sher
813 W. Washington
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847-249-2830
Fax: 847-662-3710
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Websites associated with this firm:http://marjoriesherlaw.comSummary
Lawyer Overview
Marjorie Sher's commitment to each client is to provide comprehensive and
realistic advice to the client so that they are able to make decisions that are
emotionally, financially and legally sound decisions. Marjorie believes that
knowledge is empowerment; and therefore, she will do everything in her power to
see that each client is fully informed, as to both the law and the effects of
the law to each individual issue. She prides herself in making ever effort to
maintain close communication with each client, so that each one will be prepared
for the difficult choices they will certainly face in any family law matter.
The attorney you chose can be one of the most important decisions that you make
in a family law case. Issues of custody, support, property division and things
of that nature are issues that can change your life in the future. Therefore,
you should chose an attorney who practices primarily family law, one who is has
the experience and knowledge of the law to present to you so that you will be
able to make the decisions that are in your best interest. Marjorie Sher is just
that person.
Marjorie has a commitment to family law that is found in very few attorneys. She reads legal journals, attends continuing legal education classes on a regular basis, and volunteers her time and expertise to the community in family law related matters.
Marjorie is proud of the client relationships which she has established. Most of her clients are referrals from other satisfied clients and their friends, relatives and business associates.
The Law Office of Marjorie Sher is conveniently located just a few blocks away from the Lake County Courthouse. There is no fee for an initial consultation, therefore, contact Marjorie today to schedule and appointment. You will not be disappointed.
Areas of Practice
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Paternity
- Custody
- Visitation
- Adoption
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Guardianship
- Legal Separation
- Name Changes
West Practice Categories
Family Law, Adoption, Custody & Visitation, Divorce
Qualifications
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 1993
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois, 1993
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Lake County Bar Association, 1993 - Present (Member)
- Association of Women's Attorney's, 1994 - 1997 (Member)
- Association of Women's Attorney's, 1998 - 2002 (Board of Directors)
- Association of Women's Attorney's, 2003 - Present (Vice President)
- Illinois State Bar Association, 1992 - Present (Member)
- A Safe Place (Volunteer)
- Volunteer Lawyer Service (Participating Member)
Classes and Seminars
- How to Get Children's Statements into Evidence, Without the Child Having to Come to Court to Testify, Lake County Bar Association Family Law Seminar, 2000
- Life Changes, How to Deal with Them Emotionally, Legally and Financially, (Co-Presenter), Various Facilities, 2000 - Present
Education
- Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law, Chicago, Illinois
J.D. - University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI
B.A.
Major: Journalism
Articles
Published Works
- How to Get Children's Statements into Evidence, Without the Child Having to Come to Court to Testify, The Docket, Lake County Bar Association, Volume II No. 7, July, 2000
- How to Get a Petitioner His License Back After it Has Been Revoked for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol, The Docket, Lake County Bar Association, Volume VIII, No.9, September, 2001
Office Information
Address
813 W. Washington
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phones
847-249-2830
Faxes
847-662-3710