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also known as Jane E. Penley
Jane E. Nagle is a founding partner of Nagle & Giese, P.C., and she concentrates her practice primarily in the areas of divorce and family law in DuPage, Cook, Will, Kane, Kendall, Lake and surrounding collar counties. Over the years, Jane has handled numerous pre-decree and post-decree divorce cases as well as paternity, child support enforcement, and contested cases involving the allocation of parental decision-making and parenting time. Jane is also experienced in handling chapter 7 bankruptcy cases as well as negotiating various types of unsecured debts, obtaining excellent settlements for her clients facing financial hardship.
Through her years of experience, Jane has developed the ability to determine the most effective strategy to help her individual clients reach their goals and desired outcomes in their cases. She understands that some cases require an aggressive litigation strategy, while others benefit from and are quickly resolved with skillful negotiation and settlement discussions. Jane is compassionate toward her clients as she helps them navigate through the litigation process.
Jane has been named an Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Star for six consecutive years, a designation reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys under forty years old in Illinois and was named an Illinois Super Lawyer in 2024 and 2025. Jane currently serves as the Chair on the Standing Committee on the Illinois Bar Journal Editorial Board, is on the board of the DuPage County Bar Association, is a member of the DCBA Bar Journal editorial board and the former Chair of the DuPage County Bar Association Family Law Section. Jane is an active member of the DuPage County and Illinois State Bar Associations.
Jane received her law degree from DePaul University College of Law and graduated from Indiana University – Bloomington with her Bachelor of Arts in both International Studies and Spanish with a minor in Italian. During law school, Jane worked as an extern for the Honorable Judge Michael Panter in both the Domestic Relations and Law Divisions. Jane was a member of and associate editor for the DePaul Law Review in which she had an article published in 2012.
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Acquired: 2012
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400 S. Knoll St., Ste. B, Wheaton, IL, 60187
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Posted by Bryan | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Jane has represented me for 6 years in Divorce matters and is always professional very professional, and helpful. Jane is always there to answer my many questions and I feel like she genuinely cares about me and my family. This especially is a quality I want in my attorney as if they do not care th...
Posted by Eva | January 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Jane Nagle represented me during the latter portion of my divorce action. She displayed the highest level of professionalism and competence, partnered with empathy -- all of which made the difficult process more palatable and led to a resolution of all issues. Ms. Nagle timely answered my inquirie...
Posted by Marcia | November 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I was represented better than I could have ever imagined. My needs were put first and was treated as a friend rather than a number. My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured. My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained. Jane Nagle fought hard for me. she went above an...
Posted by RSB | April 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Atty. Jane was very helpful with my case. My ex-wife filed a case against me pertaining to child support. She lied and told the court that I have not been giving her any payment since my daughter was born and was asking for a large amount of money. I'm glad I kept all the proof that I had been making...
Posted by Stacey | November 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Jane Nagle handled my bankruptcy. Filing was a difficult decision for me to make, but Jane's kindness and professionalism helped me feel a bit better. If I had questions, my e-mails were returned promptly and my questions were answered thoroughly. I definitely recommend Jane Nagle to anyone seeking a...
"Jane is a bright and wonderful advocate, who works diligently to achieve favorable results for her clients. I'm happy to recommend her to anyone seeking a compassionate and dedicated attorney for representation."
"Jane has been my opponent, my guardian ad litem, or I have been her guardian ad litem. On any of these cases, she digs in and gets to work right away. She will look at all sides of an argument. In court, when she has to litigate, she is prepared, poised, and professional. I endorse her!"
"Jane’s knowledge and experience guides client’s to productive results. She also is very timely and has a great sense of forethought, which allows her to handle her client's cases strategically and with poise."
"Jane is a competent, hardworking, and knowledgeable attorney who advocates vigorously for her clients."
"Ms. Nagle was very professional and courteous to deal with as opposing counsel. Jane advocated zealously for her client, yet she was able to remain reasonable and professional to ensure both clients were able to resolve their divorce. I endorse this lawyer."
"Jane Penley is an intelligent and charismatic attorney. She is a great litigator and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Jane is among the brightest, most trustworthy family law attorneys practicing today. She is a tireless advocate for her clients who understands that being an effective family law attorney requires a healthy dose of pragmatism and common sense."
"I endorse Jane Penley. She is an efficient, reliable and knowledgeable attorney and has helped me on some very difficult cases."
"Jane is hard working, intelligent, and quickly on her way to becoming a big name in the family law community. It is a pleasure working with her and I would highly recommend her."
"Jane is a very intelligent attorney who works hard to get results for her clients. She is very well respected by the judges and attorneys who work with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jane has extensive knowledge of family law and is a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Ms. Penley is an excellent attorney whose competence in the courtroom is matched by the superb service she provides her clients. She has my highest recommendation."
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Best New Legal Content Volunteer, Illinois Legal Aid Online
2017
DuPage County Judges Nite Crew, DuPage County Bar Association
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
DuPage County Judges Nite Crew, DuPage County Bar Association
2015
DuPage County Judges Nite Crew, DuPage County Bar Association
2012
Dean’s Certificate of Pro Bono Service, DePaul University College of Law
2010
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
2021 - 2025
Managing Partner, McSwain Nagle Giese & Rapp, P.C.
2020 - 2021
Managing Partner, McSwain Nagle & Giese, P.C.
2014 - 2020
Partner, Kollias & Giese, P.C.
2012 - 2014
Associate Attorney, Anderson & Associates, P.C.
2024 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Illinois Bar JournalChair
2024 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationBoard Member
2023 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationChair
2018 - Present
United States Supreme Court
2016 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationLRS Committee Member
2015 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationDCBA Brief Editorial Board Member
2012 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2023
DuPage County Bar AssociationVice Chair
2021 - 2024
Illinois State Bar Association - Standing Committee on the Illinois Bar JournalVice Chair
2020 - 2021
Illinois State Bar Association - Standing Committee on the Illinois Bar JournalSecretary
2018 - 2019
DuPage County Bar AssociationLaw Day Vice Chair
2014 - 2020
Illinois State Bar AssociationStanding Committee on IL Bar Journal Editorial Board
2012 - 2017
DuPage Association of Women LawyersMember
2011 - 2016
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
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