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

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5.0 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended

Very grateful to have Annemarie as my lawyer. With her expertise, knowledge and guidance, a very difficult chapter is now closed. She was straightforward and diligent from the very beginning to the very end. She is compassionate and truly cares about your wellbeing. I highly recommend Annemarie t...o anyone in need of a divorce attorney.

Posted by Naqiya | May 05, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing professional attorney!

I’m so grateful to Annemarie Tarara for making my divorce process as smooth and stress-free as possible. From start to finish, she was incredibly professional, compassionate, and attentive. She took the time to explain everything clearly, always kept me informed, and made sure I felt supported throug...hout. What could have been a very difficult time was made so much easier thanks to her guidance and expertise. I highly recommend Annemarie to anyone needing a knowledgeable and caring divorce attorney.

Posted by Kristina | June 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Fantastic and Caring Family Law Attorney

Ms. Tarara is extremely professional. She gets to know her clients and works with them during what is one of the hardest times of your life. She will fight for you to get what you deserve and she will guide you to give an honest evaluation of what is worth litigating or just let it go as it’s not a g...ood chance for winning. She hates losing and gets the job done.

Posted by anonymous | February 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Hard Worker

I could not have had better communication with Annemarie! She quickly responded to every email and phone call. She explained the divorce process and didn't drag her feet to get it finalized. She is humorous and kind, but not afraid to be firm. I would recommend Annemarie!

Posted by anonymous | July 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Lawyer as well as an excellent person

Anne Marie was a pleasure to have represent me. She always kept me informed as to the laws and the options as issued presented them selves. Not that anyone can say a divorce is a comfortable situation, but Anne always did her best to make it feel this way. While keeping my best interests in mind Anne... always provided me with several options and always worked toward a reasonable solution. If I had to start over again there is no doubt in my mind that Anne Marie would be the only choice for a lawyer.

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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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