Mark Douglas Brent

Mark Douglas Brent

4.7
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 34 years

Family Lawyer at Batavia, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +3 more

111 Flinn St, Batavia, IL

About Mark

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 33%

We are not just divorce lawyers, we handle all aspects of Family Law – divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, spousal support (maintenance/alimony), contribution to college expenses, domestic violence orders of protection and more.

33%
Family 33%

Aggressive advocate who communicates well and is responsive to your needs. Practice focused solely on the areas of : family law, divorce, custody,visitation, child support, spousal support, paternity, post-divorce litigation, guardianship, removal of children to reside in another state and orders of protection / abuse and domestic violence. Published author on Illinois family law and divorce.

33%
Child Custody 14%

Custody battles can be intense, but they don't always need to be. Regardless, Attorney Brent is ready to defend your best interests. Call him now for a case evaluation.

14%
Child Support 10%

Your children are the most valuable assets you have. When it comes to your family and your children's support, make sure you're getting the financial benefits you need. Call Attorney Brent today for a consultation.

10%
Alimony 5%

If you are going to be paying or you are seeking spousal maintenance, Attorney Brent can help make sure the amount is as fair to you and accurate as possible. Call him now.

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

Attorney Brent is capable of handling your uncontested divorce, which doesn't involve children, and means you probably have an amicable end to your marriage.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Pro bono

10 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 34 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1991

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Drendel & Jansons Law Group

111 Flinn St, Batavia, IL, 60510-2471

Drendel & Jansons Law Group

2000 West Galena Blvd., Suite 204, Aurora, IL, 60506

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Mark Douglas Brent's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Family Law

Mark Brent provided excellent representation in my guardianship case. He was responsive, thorough, very knowledgeable and professional. He handled the court appearances with ease and confidence. His entire team provided excellent support. I will continue to rely on his expertise for future matters.

Posted by Erick | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Child Support

Mr. Brent and his team did a very good job taking care of my child support case. He was very knowledgeable and informative. He answered all the questions I asked and never left me wondering. He represented me at court when I wasn't able to and I'm extremely grateful for that. I would definitely recom...mend Mr. Brent and his team to anyone seeking legal assistance.

Posted by Michelle | April 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly effective in every way

Mark Brent handled my separation and divorce with courtesy and professionalism. He advocated for me in every way throughout the process, always had my best interests in mind, and was available whenever needed to answer any questions I had, no matter how big or small. He provided a very satisfactory o...utcome to a complicated situation. I have recommended him and his firm many times without hesitation, and have returned myself as the need arose.

Posted by Deb | February 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Guidance and Highly Effective

Mr. Mark Brent is an award-winning attorney and author of Divorce Proceedings in Illinois. His awards adorn the office walls of the Drendel & Jansons Law Group, but only begin to speak for who he is as an attorney. To say he is outstanding is not sufficient. My 29-year marriage was shattered wit...h my husband's arrest and a protective order. Six months post-arrest, he removed all marital funds from our bank accounts and ceased paying our marital bills. I called Mr. Brent to end my marriage. My case included a home foreclosure, personal property division, temporary maintenance, interstate move, bankruptcy and two children that needed to continue their college educations. Mr. Brent lead me through every step with his controlled and knowledgeable expertise. Mark is straight-forward honest, cost-conscious and efficient. You can count on his timely responses and patient listening to solve problems. He knows the law and his job. If you are thinking of divorce, purchase his book. If you need a family law attorney, he should be your first call. Mr. Brent will only tell you what you should hear and never mislead you with what you want to hear. Listen to him, trust him to do his job and you will move forward to a new life. My children and I are in a better place today because God blessed us with Mr. Mark Brent.

Posted by Frank | December 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Effective Lawyer

I hired Mark to represent me during my divorce. He handled my case effectively and with zeal. His fees were fair and he was very responsive to my questions. I highly recommend Mark.

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Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 21

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"I strongly endorse Mark. Mark has a wealth of experience in handling cases involving custody disputes, divorce, separation and child support. I wholeheartedly recommend Mark!"

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2015

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2015

Pro Bono Award, Kane County Bar Association - Pro Bono Award

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Drendel & Jansons Law Group

2003 - 2010

Partner, The Law Office of Mark D. Brent

2000 - 2003

Partner, Goldsmith, Thelin, Dickson, and Brown

1997 - 2000

Associate, Dreyer, Foote, Streit, Furgason, and Slocum

1991 - 1997

Associate, Williams & Montgomery, Chicago

Associations

1997 - Present

Kane County Bar Association

Committee Chair

1997 - Present

Kendall County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

1991

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

University of Illinois

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Naperville , IL

Protective Orders and Marital Torts

Publications

2012

Aspatore Book publication Divorce Proceedings in Illinois: What You Need to Know

2010

Aspatore Book publication Inside The Minds: Strategies for Family Law In Illinois

Activity

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