Denise J. Patton

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Denise J. Patton

also known as Law Office of Denise Patton

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 29 years

Adoption Lawyer at Crystal Lake, IL
Practice Areas: Adoption

8784 SHADE TREE CIR, Crystal Lake, IL

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About Denise

Biography

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%

Primarily devoted to adoption law and Assisted Reproduction (Surrogacy and Egg Donor Law)

30 years | 2,000 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2015

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

259062895

8784 SHADE TREE CIR, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014

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Denise J. Patton's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Posted by Christopher | November 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Adult Adoption

I was looking for an attorney to help with an Adult Adoption and I happened across Ms. Patton’s website. I contacted Ms.Patton who in turn walked me through all the steps regarding the adoption process. I knew right then and there she was perfect attorney to get my daughter’s adoption done! It took a...pproximately one month from the beginning to end. We can’t thank you enough Ms.Patton! Our family is now complete and we couldn’t have done it without you!

Posted by Maria | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Fantastic Experience!

Denise handled our adoption and did a wonderful job. I had talked to other attorneys and what they had made seem like a very long process took only a few months. I am glad we found her! She was always there to answer any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend her!!

Posted by Roger | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Knowledgeable, compassionate and amazing supporter

Denise was friendly, knowledgeable, compassionate and understanding in the field of family law and especially our co adoption. On the exterior, a gentle and thoughtful person, on the inside, a tough and experienced attorney whose support you will always want by your side.

Posted by Amy | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Great lawyer!

Denise was wonderful to work with! She helped us with both of our adoptions and was very helpful, ethical, informative, and professional. We would definitely use her again!!

Posted by Shila | September 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Adoption

Highly Recommended!

We met Denise at an adoption conference about a year before we came home with our son and immediately felt we could trust her, so we hung onto her contact information. When we came with our son via international adoption, Denise patiently walked us through all the legal processes for his birth certi...ficate, passport, and re-adoption. We always felt we were in excellent hands and Denise made sure everything ran smoothly. When we brought home our daughter 2 1/2 years later, we went straight to Denise to complete all of the same processes again. Besides having total command of adoption law and how to navigate the system, Denise is kind, efficient and committed. She answered all of our (hundreds!) of questions with patience and knowledge. Whenever we were with her, she always made us feel we were her priority. We have since recommended her to other families in need of an adoption attorney, and will continue to recommend her to anyone in need.

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

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 Attorneys

Member

2000 - Present

American Academy of Adoption Attorneys

Member

1996 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2016 - 2017

Chicago Bar Association, Adoption Law Committee

Chairman

2001 - 2002

Chicago Bar Association, Adoption Law Committee

Chairman

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

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