Back to Search Results Diane Marie Ainsworth 9.0 Superb Experience Industry Recognition Professional Conduct Find out more about the Avvo Rating Average Client Rating 2 reviews Former client? Write a review Endorsements 1 endorsement Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer E-mail Lawyer Add to list Lawyer's website Send to a friend Overview Practice Areas 25% Litigation 25% Estate Planning 20% Probate 22 years 15% Guardianship 22 years 15% Criminal Defense Show all areas of practice Hide additional areas of practice Fees & Payments Fees Fixed (Sometimes) Payment types Cash, Check, Credit Card Contact Information Ainsworth & Associates, P.C. 203 North La Salle Street Suite 2100 Chicago, IL 60601 Office: 312-984-●●●● - show View map E-mail this lawyer Visit lawyer's website Languages French References Client Reviews Average Client Rating 2 reviews Former client? Write a review “Very knowledgeable attorney” Posted by: anonymous, 2009-07-02 5 months ago. Flag as objectionable Client Review: I consulted Attorney Ainsworth on a guardianship matter and was very impressed with her knowledge of the subject. She was very patient with me --... more “God Sent when everyone else said no” Posted by: jasroque, 2009-02-26 9 months ago. Flag as objectionable Client Review: I loved being represented by Ms. Ainsworth she is very knowledgeable and prepared for anything when she enters the courtroom. Ms. Ainsworth always... more Endorsements Endorsements 1 endorsement Lawyers: Endorse this lawyer Attorney Ainsworth is a brilliant lawyer. I have had the opportunity to work with her on cases and to serve with her as co-counsel in connection... more Endorsement from lawyer: Zedrick Braden , Chicago (IL), 8 months ago Résumé Licenses 24 years since Diane Marie Ainsworth was first licensed to practice law in IL. See license details Hide license details State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1985 03/02/2009 We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer. Work Experience Position Duration Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University School of Law 2004–present Education School Major Degree Graduated Northwestern University Law JD - Juris Doctor 1985 Awards Award Name Granting Organization Date Distinguished Service Award Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation 2009 Community Service Award Cook County Bar Association 1995 Community Service Award Cook County Bar Association 1986 See all 3 awards Hide additional awards Associations Position Association Name Duration Member Black Women Lawyers Association 2002–present Member American Association for Justice 2001–2005 Board member Cook County Bar Association 1996–1998 Member Wealth Counsel See all 4 association entries Hide additional associations Portfolio Legal Guides Avvo Contribution: Leaving Money to Minors and Avoiding Guardianship Proceedings in Illinois, published on 02/18/2009 Avvo Answers Avvo Contribution: Question: Hello, my mother in law passed on Friday. She... Diane's answer: [This answer is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice specific to your... more View all 15 answered questions Speaking Engagements Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date Planning Your Estate Law Day 1999 Estates & Trusts for the Paralegal Adjunct Professor 1998 Guardianships for disabled adults Law Day 1996 See all 3 speaking engagements Hide additional speaking engagements Estate Planning Resources Advance Planning: When to Consult an Attorney on Estate Planning Posted in Estate Planning. Trying to Probate will in FL with estate <75K, I am executor with no lawyer, am I responsible for my fathers credit card debt? 3 answers, West Palm Beach, FL How to Determine if Your Estate Plan Needs to be Updated: Top 10 Reasons to Review Your Estate Plan Posted in Estate Planning. FL probate and estate planning laws, procedure for contesting a Will 3 answers, West Palm Beach, FL View all Estate Planning Answers & Advice