Katie VanDeusen

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Katie VanDeusen

also known as Katie Vandeusen, Katie Galanes, Katie Colleen VanDeusen

5.0
Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 14 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Schaumburg, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Support

1821 Walden Office Square, Suite 400, Schaumburg, IL

Virtual Consultation Available

About Katie

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 34%

15 years

34%
Child Support 33%

15 years

33%
Family 33%

15 years

33%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2021 2020 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 14 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2011

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Sterling Hughes, LLC

1821 Walden Office Square, Suite 400, Schaumburg, IL, 60173

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Sterling Lawyers, LLC

22 W Washington St, FL 15 #002, Chicago, IL, 60602

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Katie VanDeusen's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by Suzanne | May 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce attorney rockstar!

Katie VanDeusen gets my highest praises as a sharp, knowledgeable, compassionate divorce attorney. From our very first conversation, I knew I was in capable hands. Navigating a divorce is never easy, but she made the process as smooth, efficient, and painless as possible. Katie was always prepare...d and I appreciated the clear communication, timely responses, and honest advice I received every step of the way. She was not the first divorce attorney in charge of my case, but came in and resolved everything efficiently and favorably. If you're looking for a divorce attorney who is sharp, compassionate, and 100% committed to getting the best outcome for you, look no further. I’m beyond grateful for everything she did for me and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone going through a divorce.

Posted by Mel | December 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

10/10

Katie was professional, supportive and honest with me throughout the most difficult season of my life. Divorcing is an emotional and difficult time. I hired a different lawyer initially and impulsively at the beginning of filing and quickly realized they didn’t understand nor care about the kind o...f person I was divorcing. If my lawyer didn’t care or understand, how would they know what or how to fight on my behalf? I was referred to Katie and the shift was immediate. She empathized with my unique challenges and she was there for any questions or concerns I had throughout. She gave it to me straight which I appreciated. Sometimes it can feel like lawyers give false hope to drag the process on $$$ I felt no matter what the question was, she gave me the pros and cons and potential outcomes. I really needed that honestly. I think Katie is a one in a million!

Posted by Donna | June 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Detailed, Personable, Knowledgable, Wonderful!

Uncontested Divorce - We used C.E.L. for mediation and they recommended Katie. I hired her as a consultant for a flat fee to help me through the mediation process and prepare the legal documents. Once the Marriage Settlement Agreement (MSA) was complete, she (and her co-worker Nina Kelly) wrote and ...filed the Judgement for Dissolution of Marriage (JDOM). Katie offered a wealth of information and made the whole process go smoothly. Katie: Thank you for all your help and encouragement along the way. Your initial consult and amiable personality were very reassuring and your expertise and attention to detail were invaluable.

Posted by anonymous | December 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Excellent Experience

Katie and all of the staff at her office were extremely professional from start to finish. She responded quickly to any questions and provided sound legal advice. I would highly recommend her services.

Posted by Edda | April 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Uncontested Divorce

Excellent and compassionate lawyer

Katie was introduced to me by a friend and she immediately responded and was available for an initial consultation. When I first talked to her face to face, she was very approachable and made me feel at ease. She explained to me what a default divorce proceeding was. But eventually I was able to get... a hold of my ex and we proceeded with an uncontested divorce. Katie and her staff were right on the dot with regards to sending correspondence to my ex and getting all the forms signed by him, and in less than four months we were done. It took me years before I filed for divorce because of the fear of retaliation and stressful court hearings. Katie made it as smooth as possible and got it done quickly.

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Jason Schneider

Family lawyer | Apr 24

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"Excellent attorney. Katie cares deeply about her clients and works very hard on their behalf. She has an extensive knowledge of family law. I would strongly recommend her to anyone needing a family law attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2011

CALI Award - Secured Transactions, The John Marshall Law School

2010

CALI Award - Criminal Law, The John Marshall Law School

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Sterling Law Offices SC

1900 - Present

, Sterling Lawyers, LLC

2013 - 2018

Attorney, The Law Firm Of Danya A. Grunyk, PC

2011 - 2013

Associate, Kamerlink, Stark, McCormack & Powers, LLC

2010 - 2011

Law Clerk, Kamerlink, Stark, McCormack & Powers, LLC

Associations

2013 - Present

DuPage County Bar Foundation

Member

Education

2011

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

Juris Doctor

Publications

2016

Expert Feature in book written by Janice Goldman Let's Talk About Money: The Girlfriend's Guide to Protecting Her Assets

2014

Dupage County Bar Association Family Law Case Updates

2011

John Marshall Law Review The Contradiction - Animal Abuse: Alive and Well

Languages

English

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