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Experienced and compassionate adoption attorney and I am also an adoptive parent. I practice adoption law in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, McHenry and Will Counties. I am a member of the American Academy of Adoption Attorneys. I strive to keep my rates affordable! I am also an experienced attorney in the area of Egg Donation and Surrogacy Law.
Denise J Patton is an experienced AND affordable adoption attorney! Call for a free phone consult!
Denise J Patton is an experienced AND affordable adoption attorney! Call for a free phone consult!
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Adoption
100%
30 years | 2,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 29 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
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Posted by anonymous | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Adoption
Denise is an exceptional adoption attorney!!
Denise was an excellent facilitatior of our adoption. She is efficient, professional and kind, which is exactly what you need from your adoption attorney. She simplified the process as much as possible. We felt well informed and prepared for our adoption hearing. She is highly recommended.
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Adoption lawyer
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DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2024
Leading Lawyer in Adoption and Assisted Reproductive Technology, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
Leading Lawyer in Adoption, Leading Lawyers Network
2016
Leading Lawyer in Adoption, Leading Lawyers
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2014
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2013
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Denise Patton
Associations
2010 - Present
American Academy of Assisted Reproductive Technology AttorneysMember
2000 - Present
American Academy of Adoption AttorneysMember
1996 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
Chicago Bar Association, Adoption Law CommitteeChairman
2001 - 2002
Chicago Bar Association, Adoption Law CommitteeChairman
Education
1996
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Northern Illinois University
BS
Speaking Engagements
2018
How to Become an Adoption Attorney
Don't Panic What to Do If Your Case Gets Off Track
2017
Parenting Through Adoption
How Do I Begin My Adoption Journey
2015
Adoption Law
Indian Child Welfare Act
2015
Adoption Law
Intercountry Adoptions
2013
Parenting Through Adoption 2013
Adopting From Foster Care
2013
Adoption Law: Start to Finish
Offering Different Adoption Options
2013
Adoption Law: Start To Finish
Procedures For Terminating Parental Rights
2012
Legal Issues in Adoption
Legal Issues in Adoption
2011
Parenting Through Adoption 2011
Your Adoption Options and How to Get Started
2011
Adoption Law: Start to Finish
Procedures for Terminating Parental Rights
2008
East Meets West Conference in Chicago
Post Adoption Resources
2000
Women’s Law Committee
Parental Rights in Abuse/Neglect cases in Juvenile Court from Protective custody to termination of parental rights.
2000
Adoptive Families Today Conference
Your Adoption Options and How To Get Started
2000
Adoptive Families Today Conference
Information on Adoption Law and Financial Benefits Available to Adoptive Parents
Publications
2024
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Open Adoption
2020
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
Open Adoption
2015
Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education (Illinois)
Open Adoption
2013
Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
2013 Supplement Illinois Adoption Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I adopt my adult stepndaughter?
12 Feb 2022
Q&A
Am I, still legally adopted?
13 Dec 2021
Q&A
Can my husband adopt my son?
12 Dec 2021