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I am committed to providing affordable, quality legal services in family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, child support, adoptions, contempt proceedings, and all other family law matters, here in Lake County, and throughout the Chicago area. My practice is primarily concentrated in family law matters and appeals.
I am the former President of the Jefferson Inn of Court, a Lake County organization committed to professionalism and ethics, and the former Vice-Chair and Chair of the Family Law Committee of the Lake County Bar Association. I have frequently written and spoken on new developments in the law.
I am honored that I have been selected to the 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Super Lawyers lists. These lists recognize no more than 5% of the attorneys in the State of Illinois.
My office is in Lake Bluff, and I serve the Moraine Township government as a Township Trustee.
You can find more information on my website at . If you require representation in a divorce, another family law matter, or an appeal, do not hesistate to contact me.
Integrity. Honesty. Resolve. Representing Families Throughout Lake County.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
75%
Family
20%
Appeals
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2019 2016
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 35 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Dwayne Douglas
(847) 220-4055
Fax
2801 Lakeside Dr., Suite 211, Bannockburn, IL, 60015
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Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
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Agree with some of the negative reviews. I switched lawyers since Dwayne was a really good salesman and came across as representing me to my advantage. I regretted switching since I think I would have ended up better with the first lawyer. He didn't have time for me and I had to repeat constantly and...
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"Mr Douglas and I were on opposite sides of a divorce case. He represented his client well and was professional throughout. If you are looking for a terrific divorce lawyer out in Lake County, I would highly recommend Dwayne Douglas"
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Volunteer Lawyers Program, Lake County Bar Association
2004
Volunteer Lawyers Program, Lake County Bar Association
Work Experience
1992 - 1997
Senior Assistant, Lake County Public Defender's Office
Associations
Lake County Bar Association
Chair - Family Law Committee
Illinois State Bar Association
Member
Education
1990
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
Northern Illinois University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Appellate Primer
An Appellate Primer: the ABCs of Appeals
2019
Mock Trial Seminar
Mock Trial Witness
2016
Nashville, TN
The Parentage Act of 2015
2010
Memphis, TN
Wilson v. Clark, the principle and its development
2009
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Guardianship and Custody Proceedings. Where do parents stand against third parties?
2008
Washington, D.C.
Retainers for Attorney's Fees, To Whom Does Your Retainer Belong
2007
Santa Monica, CA
When Can I Appeal a "Final" Judgment? Considerations for Family Law Practitioners
2006
Urbana, IL
Sexually Violent and Dangerous Persons' Cases: A Nuts and Bolts Primer
2005
Savannah, GA
Dispositive Motions in Family Law Cases, 2-619 Motion to Dismiss, Motion for Summary Judgment, Motion for Declaratory Judgment
2003
Hilton Head, SC
Criminal Prosecutions and Order of Protection Proceedings: Possible Relationships to Family Law Proceedings
Publications
2013
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Individual Retirement Account Withdrawals as "Income" for Child Support Purposes
2008
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Judicial Subcircuits: What are they? Why have them? Where do we go from here?
2007
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
When Can I Appeal a "Final" Judgment?
2006
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Dispositive Motions in Family Law Cases
2005
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
An Introduction to the Sexually Violent Persons Commitment Act
2005
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
Changes to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 237 Have Arrived
1994
The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association
An Alternative to Prison Sentences for "Non-Probationable" Offenses: The Alcoholism and Other Drug Abuse and Dependency Act
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers