$ 350-400 per hour
My firm focuses on family law including divorce, child custody, visitation (parenting time), maintenance (alimony), child support, orders of portection and appeals related to family law.
In addition to litigation services, I am a certified mediator and also practice collaborative law. I represent clients across the United States and internationally for Hague porceedings and litigation based in Illinois. I represent lawyers, business professionals and union members.
I have written more than 25 appeals and have argued before the Appellate Court (First District) and the Illinois Supreme Court. I also have successfully settled cases at the appellate level.
After graduating from the University of Michigan, I recived a Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 1997. I worked for two family law firms before opening my own practice in 2003.
I am an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association, Chicago Bar Association, Forensic Forum and Womens Bar Association of Illinois.
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$ 350-400 per hour
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1997
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211 W Wacker Dr Ste 1100, Chicago, IL, 60606-1331
amf-familylaw.com/
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Posted by Giancarlo | May 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney
I found Annette through a quick google search. I read the previous comments and felt comfortable contacting her for my divorce proceedings. She was spontaneous with her return call and very good at explaining the the process and what she could do for me. Her professionalism, knowledge, and support t...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2014
Annette is pragmatic and strategically savvy. Matrimony and child custody issues can be highly emotionally charged, but Annette always is a straight-shooter with a realistic view of what can be achieved and what would be an unreasonable waste of money. She obviously is well-respected by the judges ...
Posted by Jeannie | August 20, 2014
My case was highly litigated and lasted almost four years. Ms Fernholz was an excellent attorney that gave excellent advice and was well informed and reliable !
Posted by Phil | August 20, 2014
I'm a rare case of a custodial father. Annette was able to guide me through the process and ultimately help me do what I though was in the best interest of the children. It was not an easy case either due to very adversarial rel'n between me and my ex. The court actions actually went faster than I...
Posted by Trisha | November 8, 2013
There are not enough words to describe Annette Fernholz. She is the best attorney you could ever ask for. From the first time I met her over 10 years ago when I started my divorce, she has stood by my side, and has always kept me informed as to what was going on. She is personable and a no holds...
"I have worked with Annette on both Collaborative and "regular" matters. She has integrity, reliability, problem-solving skills, and appreciation of how to help clients reach constructive solutions. I heartily endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Fernholz possesses a broad knowledge of the law and excellent trial and appellate skills. She combines her legal knowledge with a healthy dose of common sense in her efforts to resolve a case. Having been her opponent, I have seen first-hand that she has the respect of the judiciary, opposing counsel, peers, and clients. I have referred friends and family members to her which is the highest compliment a peer can offer another attorney."
"I have had a couple of cases against Annette now. She can count on a fair fight with her. She is honest though and trustworthy. She's gotten very good results for clients, and is timely and hardworking. She is also a very good appellate lawyer and I've watched her argue an appeal in our state Supreme Court. Cannot go wrong using Annette, she takes her job seriously and will do everything necessary to secure the appropriate relief for her clients."
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2020
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2019
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2018
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2017
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2016
Client Review, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2003 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Annette M. Fernholz, P.C.
1998 - 2002
Associate, Private Law Firm 2
1997 - 1998
Associate, Private Law Firm
2016 - Present
Forensic ForumTreasurer
2015 - Present
Appellate Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationJudicial evaluation committee
2015 - 2015
Forensic Forumco-president
2013 - 2015
Women's Bar Association of IllinoisJudicial reception committee
2011 - 2011
Forensic ForumPresident
1997 - 2015
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
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Illinois Supreme Court stated child's college expenses were form of child support. The Court held college expenses were "modification" of suport due to reservation in judgment.
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
Panelist
2016
Potential Appealable Issues Regarding Illinois Income Share Statute
2011
Removal of children
2010
Hague Convention on Child Abduction
2011
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