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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.
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Posted by Joel C | June 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Best Lawyer in Lake County IL
If your look for a good lawyer Dwayne is your guy, I highly recommend Dwayne Douglas for a lawyer he is very efficient, he gets things done an looks out for your best interest, he is good at his job an excellent in court, he helped me out alot since Jan 2023 up untill June 20, 2023 when court en...
Posted by Dr. David | June 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A legal hero with heart of justice.
I highly recommend Dwayne Douglas. My case was complicated, and I turned to Dwayne after my former attorney lost my case regarding the request to move our divorce agreement to Illinois, despite all parties being local in Illinois. Their names are available in the subsequent appeal that Dwayne had to ...
Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
A good lawyer makes a most difficult time tolerable
I really want to take the time to tell you how appreciative I am of my lawyer Dwayne Douglas and his team .He supported me and stood by me through a very difficult time. His expertise in the court room in the manner in which he articulated the facts with my case were amazing .His patients he and his ...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Great communication, attention to detail and proactive.
Great communication, attention to detail and proactive. Effective. Efficient. Without his help I'd be facing a lifelong nightmare.
Posted by anonymous | April 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Post Decree
I hired Dwayne Douglas regarding a post decree matter. My ex-wife wanted to re-establish her alimony payment's which in my original Divorce Decree stated that the pay out period would be reviewable after 5 years and could extend beyond 5 years if the court deemed as necessary. Several other attorney'...
"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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Volunteer Lawyers Program, Lake County Bar Association
2004
Volunteer Lawyers Program, Lake County Bar Association
1992 - 1997
Senior Assistant, Lake County Public Defender's Office
Chair - Family Law Committee
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1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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An Appellate Primer: the ABCs of Appeals
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Mock Trial Witness
2016
The Parentage Act of 2015
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Wilson v. Clark, the principle and its development
2009
Guardianship and Custody Proceedings. Where do parents stand against third parties?
2008
Retainers for Attorney's Fees, To Whom Does Your Retainer Belong
2007
When Can I Appeal a "Final" Judgment? Considerations for Family Law Practitioners
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Sexually Violent and Dangerous Persons' Cases: A Nuts and Bolts Primer
2005
Dispositive Motions in Family Law Cases, 2-619 Motion to Dismiss, Motion for Summary Judgment, Motion for Declaratory Judgment
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Criminal Prosecutions and Order of Protection Proceedings: Possible Relationships to Family Law Proceedings
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