Raiford D. Palmer

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Also known as Raif Palmer
Raiford D. Palmer
Effective, experienced divorce and family law attorney. Litigation, collaborative law, mediation.
5.0 star rating
Raif was great to work with ...
- Ron, a Divorce client
5.0 star rating
Highly Recommend this Attorney
- Gwen, a Child Custody client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

Superb

Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 9

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Practice Areas

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  • 60% Divorce / Separation
    11 years
  • 20% Family
    11 years
  • 10% Child Custody
    11 years
  • 5% Litigation
    18 years
  • 5% Marriage / Prenuptials

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • 630-665-7676
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  • Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C.
    1749 S. Naperville Road
    Suite 106
    Wheaton, IL 60189
    Office: 630-665-7676
    Mobile: 630-665-7676
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Languages Spoken

  • English

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Client Reviews

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“Raif was great to work with ...”

Posted by: Ron, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: Raif did a great job with a complicated case. His prior experience as an attorney in the business world allowed him to understand the complex... more
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5 star rating

“Highly Recommend this Attorney”

Posted by: Gwen, about 2 years ago.

Client Review: My husband and I retained Raif for a complicated child custody case, after another lawyer withdrew. He was able to get up to speed quickly, saw the... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

15 endorsements


Gary L. Schlesinger

I endorse this lawyer. raif and i have had cases together and also worked together on various bar assn. committees. he is extremely knowledgeable... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Gary Schlesinger , Libertyville (IL), 9 months ago
Elliot Heidelberger

I endorse this lawyer's work. Raif and I have opposed each other on several occasions. I have found him to be well prepared, conscientious, a... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Elliot Heidelberger , Hanover Park (IL), Over 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

19 years since Raiford D. Palmer was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1994 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Shareholder at Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, PC 2013–present
Partner at Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, P.C. 2010–2012
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
College of DuPage Family and Divorce Mediation Training n/a 2011
Loyola University Chicago School of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1994
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Recognition for Contributions as Coach Lewis University Mock Trial Team 1998

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Director Family Shelter Service 2013–present
Member 18th Judicial Circuit Court Access to Courts Committee 2012–present
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Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 9
Answers: 41 Legal Answers
2 Best Answers - chosen by asker
4 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
4 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 1 Legal Guide
1 Staff Pick
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Recently Posted

Publications

Article Publication Date
Tax Issues for the Non-Traditional Couple DuPage County Bar Association Brief 2009
Valuation and Division of Business Assets in Divorce DuPage County Bar Association Brief 2008
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Trial Advocacy Program Trial Advocacy Program 2012
The Business of Family Law In Chicago LawTalkRadio 2012
See all 9 speaking engagements

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