Shana Lynn Vitek

Shana Lynn Vitek

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bannockburn, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

2275 Half Day Road, Suite 350, Bannockburn, IL

About Shana

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Shana has the knowledge and experience to represent any client in any divorce matter, from the most basic, uncontested divorce, to highly complex financial and custody disputes.

23 years | 200 cases

35%
Family 35%

Includes Appeals, Child Custody, Collaborative Process, Divorce, Domestic Violence & Orders of Protection, LGBTQ Services, Mediation, Parentage & Paternity, Post-Divorce Enforcement & Modifications, and Prenuptial & Postnuptial.

23 years | 200 cases

35%
Child Custody 10%

Custody disputes, whether as part of a divorce or a parentage action, can be devastating to both parents and children. We will explain your options, your rights, and possible solutions to avoid the expense and acrimony of custody litigation.

23 years | 200 cases

10%
Child Support 10%

We represent parents in establishing, increasing, decreasing and terminating child support and are well versed in various collection methods.

23 years | 200 cases

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

Whether you are a business owner, an athlete or entertainer, or are simply an individual looking to protect your estate, it may be advisable to consider entering into a prenup, or post-nuptial, agreement to protect your financial rights.

23 years | 200 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 22 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2003

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Beermann LLP

2275 Half Day Road, Suite 350, Bannockburn, IL, 60015

BEERMANN LLP

161 N. Clark, Suite 3000, Chicago, IL, 60601

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Shana Lynn Vitek's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Elina | March 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Shana is the BEST there is!

Divorce is one of the most transformative, hardest things a person can go through but I cannot say anymore positive things about Shana who made the process that much better as she comforted me throughout a very unknown, terrifying journey and reassured me that it will be okay. What makes her differen...t is she actually really cares about the children involved and does her best to make sure everything goes in the best interest of the kids. It is such a private, emotional journey but you literally can’t be in better hands than with Shana who is confident, intelligent, resourceful and truly one of the kindest yet STRONGEST attorneys I have ever met. As a woman myself I could not feel more secure in such a scary time in my life than with her.

Posted by Kimberly | June 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

This is the lawyer you want, and the team behind you in family court!

I interviewed several lawyers and all were great, however what set Shana apart from the rest is she understood my case and fears and showed she wanted to help me protect my children. She knew that my children were my priority and she never lost sight of that. Together we accomplished my goal at 110%.... Her team she has behind her is responsive and very well orginized and never delayed a filing or delivery of documents to me and communicated the opposing sides responses to me immediatly. I filded just before covid lock down of 12/2019 so this took a bit longer than she had said it would--court being shut down, this was not something she could foresee, regardless we still worked on bulding our case and getting all documents shared--she used the time of shut down to orginize and stratigize my case. When I felt like it wasnt going well, she assured me of the process and that we were on target. Trust her and the process!! It might take a bit longer than you want--but when there are children and assets involved it takes a lawyer who is calm and expirenced--Thats Shana!!

Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommend Shana

I have had the pleasure of working with Shana for about a year now. Initially, I had approached her about general questions regarding prenups, custody and child support. In her initial consultation, Shana was very empathetic and gave me great and empathetic advice. I subsequently hired Shana to wri...te a prenup for me. In that process, I felt that she had my back, while also being practical and not engaging in a drawn out back and forth with the other attorney. All in all, I highly recommend Shana and look forward to continuing to work with her.

Posted by Aaron | May 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Shana Vitek of Beermann LLP Attorney Review

Shana Vitek and her team represented me in my 6-year quest for 50/50 parenting time with my daughter (she's 7). It took only five (5) months for Beermann/Shana not only to negotiate 50/50 parenting time (and other matters)... but also eliminate child support payments entirely (and other financial co...nditions). I found Beermann via a LinkedIn search and placed random phone call, mentioning Shana. As a backdrop, I am a divorced Dad of 7 years. I gave Beermann 5 stars for the following reasons: - Results achieved in a reasonable timeframe - Full transparency of potential headwinds and estimated legal fees in upside/downside scenarios - First Class professionalism - Execution of a tailored strategy that addressed my specific situation - Good coordination and communication of next steps - Ability to achieve results without a face to face meeting - all was done telephonically and e-mail - Beermann has a solid reputation and an extensive network - Shana took the time to understand my goals. She was a straight-shooter and advised on optimal methods to stay out of court - Shana was instrumental in the ongoing negotiations with my ex wife (my ex wife is a litigator) - Lastly, results were achieved in a timely manner (had to say it again). I highly recommend Shana Vitek.

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Shana helped me protect my child and I'll be forever grateful

It is hard to imagine how my life would be right now if I had not been referred to Shana to help me navigate a very volatile situation with a difficult ex and an infant child. Shana jumped in to help me and most importantly help me protect my child by ensuring the right safety guards were set in moti...on almost immediately. Her confidence and professionalism displayed in court provided me with a lot of comfort, especially when my ex’s lawyer slung mud. I am so happy I worked with an exceptional and ethical lawyer. I could tell the Judge and GAL appointed respected her for that while it also put my ex’s lawyer back on his heels. My divorce was unbelievably frustrating, emotionally charged, and overwhelming to say the least; Shana was always extremely calm and compassionate, and I know truly cares about me and my child’s well-being. I’m so grateful she was/is on my side and if you’re looking for a phenomenal divorce attorney, look no further.

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Shana Lynn Vitek's Lawyer Endorsements

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Heather Rosen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Rosenberg

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"Having worked for, and with Shana - she is fantastic. Creative, knowledgeable, compassionate, aggressive and wits all in one. Highly endorse and recommend Shana."

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James Palmisano

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Agruss

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Shana. She has been handling family law cases exclusively since 2003, and is very well versed in family law. She's an asset to the legal community."

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James Quigley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. Shana is one of the hardest working, smartest lawyers in the divorce courts. Shana is compassionate and will fight for her client's rights. Shana has worked on files representing Michael Jordan and R. Kelly and has the skill and competence to represent clients in every facet of family law."

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Leonidas Bezanis

Family lawyer

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Heather Rosen

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Jordan Rosenberg

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Top 40 Illinois Attorneys Under the age of 40, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin

2013

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Stars, SuperLawyers

2011

Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2010

Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2009

Illinois Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Divorce and Family Law Partner, Beermann LLP

Associations

2021 - Present

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Fellow

2015 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

Fellow

2011 - Present

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

Member

2003 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2014

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation

Auxiliary Board

2010 - 2013

Steppenwolf Theatre

Auxiliary Council

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Marriage of Husband and Wife

Judgment for Wife

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Education

2003

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2010

Asset Protection Asset Protection from a Divorce Lawyers Perspective

Asset Protection

Publications

2013

Glamour Sorry, We Are Not Breaking Up!

2011

SRR Journal The Ethics of Representing Athletes in Family Law Matters

2011

Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Sporting Judgment

2009

The Docket-Lake County Bar Association Top Ten Mistakes in Business Valuations

Languages

English

Activity

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