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Michael Phillip Doman
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Biography
Attorney Michael Doman has practiced exclusively in the area of Divorce and Family Law since 1989. After graduating from his Master of Laws in Tax program in June, 1985, Michael practiced Tax Law for four years, from 1985 until 1988.
Michael P. Doman was admitted to the Illinois State Bar on October 16, 1984. Mr. Doman graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign in May, 1981; Michael graduated law school from I.I.T/Chicago-Kent College of Law in June, 1984; and immediately thereafter, completed his Master of Laws in Tax Degree (LL.M) also from I.I.T/Chicago-Kent College of Law the following summer, in June, 1985.
Michael has been a member of the Illinois State Bar Association Matrimonial Law Committee, and the Chicago Bar Association Matrimonial Law Committee since 1989. He has written over thirty articles for Pioneer Press Newspapers concerning several different areas of Divorce law, including issues discussing Dissipation, Division of Property, Child Custody, Grandparent Visitation Rights, Unlawful Visitation Interference, Removal of Children from Illinois, as well as numerous other Divorce related issues.
Michael Doman has been married since 1995, has been in the Family Law business since 1989, and practices exclusively in Matrimonial Law in Downtown Chicago, suburban Cook County, Lake County, DuPage County, and McHenry County.
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Licensed in Illinois for 41 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1984
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Location
Law Offices of Michael P. Doman, Ltd.
40 Skokie Blvd., Suite 105, Northbrook, IL, 60062
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Posted by M. Bani Hani | June 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly Recommended, Excellent Professional !
Divorce is difficult to go through; however, when you deal with an experienced team such as Michael Doman and his team the process is easier and the results more positive and fair. They were flexible and attended all scheduled meetings allowing for quicker results. Based on their negotiation skills I...
Posted by anonymous | February 15, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
If you want a pit bull in your corner call Mike.
I had a difficult and potentially messy divorce. Mike was recomended to me from another attorney who said "He's not cheap but if it goes to litigation you want a fighter in your corner." After meeting with Mike I hired him to handle my divorce. Mike handled my calls and emails quickly and professiona...
Michael Phillip Doman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I found Michael and his staff to be very competent and easy to work with. He did not waste time arguing about unimportant issues, and he was certainly able to "get the job done.""
"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is a tireless advocate for his clients, and a formidable opponent in the courtroom. Whether it's litigating a high-stakes case, or negotiating a hard-fought agreement, he will approach it with his full attention and total effort. I would highly recommend Michael Doman."
"I have had the opportunity to oppose Michael on several divorce cases. In my experience, I have come to observe firsthand that Michael represents his clients with zealous advocacy both inside and outside the courtroom, while demonstrating the utmost professionalism to his opponents. This, along with his extensive experience in divorce and family law, make him an excellent attorney."
"Michael was a formidable opponent. He was always well prepared and equally skilled at either negotiating or litigating -- depending on the situation."
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"I have enjoyed working with Michael on divorce matters over the years. He is professional, and serves his clients well."
Christopher Edmonds
Divorce and separation lawyer
Mark Schondorf
Divorce and separation lawyer
Joseph Emmerth
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2019
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top Lawyers in Illinois, The Legal Network
2017
Rated BV Distinguished for 20 years, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
America's Most Honored Professionals Top 5%, America's Most Honored
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Managing Partner, The Law Offices of Michael P. Doman, Ltd.
1987 - 1989
Associate Attorney, Kamensky & Rubinstein
1985 - 1987
Tax Professional, Ernst & Whinney, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
North Suburban Bar AssociationMatrimonial Law Committee
1990 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMatrimonial Law Committee
1989 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMatrimonial Law Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
IRMO Druss, 226 Ill. App. 3d 470
This case stands for the proposition that if there is "clear & unambiguous" language in a marital settlement agreement, then a trial court shall not be permitted to rely on extrinsic evidence to ascertain what it believes to be a more logical result.
Education
1985
I.I.T./Chicago-Kent College of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
1984
I.I.T./Chicago-Kent College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2021
North Suburban Bar Association
Owning your own law firm-The business of Law- CLE Attendee
2021
Illinois State Bar Association
Helping Clients Find you on Social Media- CLE Attendee
2021
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Litigation of Family Law Topics- CLE Attended
1995
Child Custody and Visitation in Illinois
Child Custody Issues
Publications
1995
National Business Institute Seminar
Child Custody and Visitation in Illinois
Languages
Russian
Polish
English
Activity
Legal Answers