Annemarie Tarara

Annemarie Tarara

also known as Anne Marie Tarara

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 22 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Lake Forest, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Adoption, Domestic Violence ... +3 more

500 N WESTERN AVE, Suite 214, Lake Forest, IL

About Annemarie

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 45%

Child Support, Maintenance, Division of Property and Allocation Judgments (f/k/a Custody)

45%
Adoption 15%

Second parent adoptions and Co-parent adoptions.

15%
Domestic Violence 15%

Orders of Protection and Civil No Contact Orders

15%
LGBT+ Law 15%

Same-sex divorce, Same-sex co-parenting, and Same-sex Orders of Protection.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 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

Fitzpatrick Tarara Family Law, LLC

500 N WESTERN AVE, Suite 214, Lake Forest, IL, 60044

Fitzpatrick Tarara Family Law, LLC

35 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 650, Chicago, IL, 60601

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Annemarie Tarara's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Getting to safety outside the US

I worked with Annemarie Tarara to successfully file for relocation out of the United States for the safety of my child and I. I am eternally grateful to her and the team. Not only would I recommend other people to them who are in need of relocation, I already have and they are currently working on it....

Posted by Lindsay | February 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Annemarie Tarara is the best of the best!

I cannot recommend Annemarie highly enough! My divorce involved relocation, custody, and division of assets, making it a complex and emotional process. From the beginning, she was strategic, knowledgeable, and incredibly prepared. Annemarie explained everything clearly, kept me informed, and built... a strong case that protected both my rights and my children’s best interests. In court, she was calm, confident, and a true advocate. I’m truly grateful for her guidance and the outcome she helped me achieve. If you’re facing a complicated divorce, you want Annemarie on your side!

Posted by Noah | May 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Fantastic Representation

Annemarie is a caring, thoughtful, and effective attorney with years of experience under her belt. Under her guidance I was able to navigate a difficult divorce with a non-cooperative former spouse. She followed my desires to place my child's needs first and foremost during this process. I highly ...recommend Annemarie to any family or friends needing compassionate understanding yet tough and effective representation in or out of court.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Annemarie saved my life

Annemarie saved me from my miserable , controlling , and suffocating marriage . I had a very complicated divorce with a lot of money at stake . My ex husband went through 3 attorneys , threatened evaluations and to take full custody , and had to be served 3 times . She was able to finalize the entire... divorce in 9 months . I cannot thank her and her paralegal, Cora, enough . They had to do a lot of digging and discovery. Annemarie was firm , smart , and sympathetic all at the same time. I cannot possible imagine a better attorney. Thank you Annemarie !

Posted by Erin | June 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Transparent, practical, and responsive

Annemarie is an effective communicator in terms of detailing the process, best practices, and expectations throughout all stages of the divorce process. She’s compassionate and understands the variety of emotions that come to the table during this life change, particularly when children are invo...lved. A strong advocate for her clients, she litigates to ensure the needs and rights of her clients are met in all scenarios.

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Annemarie Tarara's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Hales

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Highest quality individual and attorney."

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Katherine Delgado

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Anne Marie is great to work with on cases and diligently and zealously represents her clients' interests. Her work ethic and organization both make her someone I love working with on cases."

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George Stamogiannos

Unknown lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2023

Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2022

Leading Lawyer, Law Bulletin Publishing Company

2010

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Partner, Law Offices of Jonathan Merel, P.C.

2019 - 2022

Senior Associate, Nottage & Ward

2006 - 2019

Attorney, Rosenberg Wypych

2005 - 2006

Attorney, Audrey Gaynor and Associates

2003 - 2005

Attorney, Nottage & Ward

Associations

2024 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Baseless Order of Protection

Order of Protection Vacated

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Education

2003

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

DePaul University

B.S.

Speaking Engagements

2024

2024 Family Law Conference

Second Parent Adoptions

Languages

English

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