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Biography
My client's come to me by word of mouth from other satisfied clients and other lawyers and judges. I represent many lawyers in their divorce cases. I have devoted myself to the areas of Divorce Law, Matrimonial Law, Domestic Relations, and Family Law for my entire law career.
I represent men and women just as aggressively. I am a trained mediator, negotiator, and litigator. I have an old fashioned practice in that I am available to my clients 24/7. Everyone gets my cell phone number and they are always welcome to call my office or cell phone, or contact me by text and email. I am a lawyer who returns all calls promptly. You can ALWAYS contact me.
I know that client's are especially concerned with the costs of their case so I am extremely sensitive to their concerns and I work hard to keep their legal costs down. I take most cases as FLAT FEE cases where you only pay once. I have represented large cases worth millions and small cases. I work just as hard on both.
I make myself available during convenient hours for clients so that they do not have to miss work to come in to see me. I do not have my client's attend court unless it is absolutely necessary so they do not have to miss work needlessly.
I believe my job is to educate my client's about the law so that they can make their own informed decisions about their case and about their future.
I have the experience, expertise, and reputation in this field to do the best job possible for you and I will not let you down.
YOU NEED AN EXPERIENCED LAWYER Call (708) 315-6814 for a free consultation!
Peggy M. Raddatz is at the highest level of divorce and family law attorneys.
Her expertise in Child Custody/Divorce goes beyond the Law. Her wisdom, resolve, and guts win cases
At the highest level among Family Law attorneys. Experience and expertise to solve your case.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
34%
39 years
Child Custody
33%
39 years
Family
33%
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2021
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2019 2016 2015
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Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 38 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Peggy M. Raddatz
(708) 352-0230
Fax
(708) 315-6814
Mobile
512 West Burlington, Suite 1, La Grange (a suburb of Chicago), IL, 60525-2225
lawofficepeggyraddatz.com/Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Peggy online.
Peggy M. Raddatz's Reviews
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What Clients Mention
Advocacy (61)
Case Results (60)
Recommendation (51)
Responsiveness (44)
Practice Area Knowledge (42)
Professionalism (40)
Communication Style (31)
Compassion (30)
General Knowledge (30)
Character & Conduct (29)
Cost of Services (21)
Trustworthiness (20)
Punctuality (3)
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Showing 21 - 25 of 42 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Juliana | February 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Lawyer!
I don't have words to describe my gratitude! Peggy Raddatz is an outstanding lawyer! Although I was a little bit skeptical when I first met her, I have to admit that I couldn't of made better choice. She is not only an amazing professional but I also a great person (thoughtful, patient and kind). ...
Posted by Rahim | March 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
Ms. Raddatz is a very experienced lawyer that helped with my complex case. She was very attentive and compassionate from our first meeting. Also, she is very astute in her knowledge and understanding of the law. She is very accessible and very attentive, which I hear is not the case with many lawyer...
Posted by Gerardo | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Not all heroes wear capes and this is the case with Peggy. In a law system where the laws are outdated and if your a good father it is hard to fight for your rights Peggy is there to help. Peggy helped make the process as pain free as possible and kept the my case moving forward so I would not loss v...
Posted by Christopher | December 29, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family
Child custody
After wasting precious time and money and spinning my wheels with another attorney Peggy proved to be the gutsy and tenacious lawyer I needed. Her years of family and child custody experience payed off for me. What can I say... shes a fighter and is still fighting and wont stop until client is sat...
Posted by Burton S | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
going thru the divorce process with an experienced lawyer
I talked to a handful of lawyers before i walked into Peggy's office and my first thought was, I'm a male and I'm talking to a female lawyer, cant be good. When i walked in and sat down, the first thing i said to her was "I feel like I'm being pushed around by my wife's city lawyer and I have no rig...
Peggy M. Raddatz's Lawyer Endorsements
"Peggy Raddatz is a well respected family law attorney who is dedicated to providing excellent representation to her clients. She has served with distinction on numerous family law committees. Peggy is also highly regarded as a mediator and collaborative lawyer."
"Not many attorneys treat their practice as a form of ministry, but Peggy would be one of those lawyers. Her dedication to helping people in their most difficult of times is evident, and her work ethic shines above everyone else. I would highly recommend Peggy if you were looking for a divorce lawyer."
"I endorse Peggy Raddatz because her experience and her knowledge of family law is an asset to her clients and the legal community."
"Peggy is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have probably known Peggy for twenty five years or more, first having met her when we were on opposite sides of a case. I have always found Peggy to be hard working while keeping her client's interests above all else. She is aggressive when there is a need to be while at the same time, she understands the value of resolving matters by agreement, and she has the tools to do so."
"Ms. Raddatz is extremely experienced. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I don't know any other way to say it: She knows everything about her area of practice. Absolutely my "go to" referral source in her part of the Chicago and Collar area. On top of all that, writes with brevity and wit at a time when legal writing, writ large, has become increasingly desultory."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a great person and excellent lawyer!"
"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"Exceptional. Peggy's 27 years of practice is what we refer to as experienced. Her knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in her pro bono contributions. Client reviews are numerous and stellar. READ THEM! Results are what clients want and Peggy gets them. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with her first. KUDOS"
"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from her experience and her contributions that Ms. Raddatz is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending her."
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"I endorse this lawyer. She is an excellent family law attorney. Hire her today!"
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats
Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Raddatz has provided a plethora of helpful and concise legal answers through AVVO. She also cares about her profession and others in the community, as evidence by her participation in the DuPage Association of Women Lawyers. I endorse Ms. Raddatz."
"Attorney Raddatz understands what questioners are looking for -- direction, and honest feedback. She delivers both. I often find myself agreeing with the observations she gives completely. Hire her. She will serve you well as a strong advocate."
"Based on Ms. Raddatz's answers to the Q&A forum on avvo, I recommend this attorney in the matters of family law, child custody, and divorce. She has shown she is knowledgeable and experienced in the aforementioned areas."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2019
Client’s Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Client’s Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Nation’s Top One Percent of Counsel, Nation's Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
Top Attorney Award - Rated Superior - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2017
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Nation’s Top One Percent, Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.
2016
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2016
Featured Attorney, AVVO
2016
Top Attorney Award - Rated Superior - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2016
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2015
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2015
Nation’s Top One Percent, Nation’s Top One Percent by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel.
2015
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2015
Featured Attorney, AVVO
2015
Top Attorney Award - Rated Superior - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2014
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2014
Top Attorney Award - Rated Superior - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2014
Featured Attorney, AVVO
2014
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2013
Featured Attorney, AVVO
2013
A+ Rating, Better Business Bureau
2013
Top Attorney Award - Rated Superior - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2013
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2013
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2012
Top Attorney Award - Rated SUPERIOR - Highest Rating Possible, AVVO
2012
Top Contributor Award, AVVO
2012
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
1999
The John Marshall Law School, Distinguished Service Alumni Award
1995
Outstanding Leadership Award, Illinois Bar Foundation
1995
Outstanding Author Award, DuPage County Bar Association
1995
Community Service Award, Illinois State Bar Association
1994
Outstanding Leadership Award, Illinois State Bar Association
1993
Certified Mediator for Family Law, State of Illinois
1992
DuPage Asociation of Woman Lawyers, Outstanding Leadership Award
1991
Outstanding Service to the Homeless, Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago
1987
Outstanding Negotiation Award, John Marshall Law School
1987
Outstanding Client Counseling Award, John Marshall Law School
1976
Outstanding Scholar Award, Roosevelt University
N/A
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Owner, The Law Office of Peggy M. Raddatz
1988 - 1994
Adjunct Professor, North Central College
1985 - 1988
7-11 Attorney, Dupage County State's Attorney
Associations
1995 - Present
United States Supreme CourtAdmitted to Practice
1998 - 1999
Illinois State Bar Association Bar FoundationChair of The Fellows
1992 - 1993
DuPage Association of Women LawyersPresident
1992 - 1993
Illinois State Bar AssociationChair, Women and the Law
1991 - 1992
Dupage Association of Women LawyersPresident-Elect
1988 - 1998
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section CouncilAppointed Member
1988 - 2000
Illinois State Bar Association, AssemblyElected by Other Attorneys
Sample of Legal Cases
Congressional House Energy and Commerce Committee
Resulted in changes to the laws regarding denial of health insurance benefits in favor of patients.
Education
1987
The John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
Roosevelt University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2009
Testified twice in United States Congress on behalf of Healthcare Reform
Healthcare Reform
1996
Minority and Women in the Law Conference
Family Law Topics
1995
West Suburban Bar Yearly Seminar
Family Law
1995
Oasis Yearly Seminar for Women
Family Law Topics
1992
Lyons Township High School
Matrimonial/Divorce Law for High Schoolers
1992
DuPage Association of Women Lawyers Litigation Seminar
Family Law
1990
YWCA DuPage
Family Law
1988
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section
Numereous Speaking Engagements in Family Law
1988
Adjunct Professor at North Central College
Business Law Courses
Publications
1996
Illinois State Bar Association Newsletter
"Update on Targeted Direct Mailings"
1996
Dupage County Bar Briefs
"Lawyer Advertising Via Targeted Direct Mailings
1995
Dupage County Bar Briefs
"What You Should Know Before Hanging Out Your Shingle"
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Peggy earned significant contribution points in 2019.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do you offer sliding‑scale or income‑based fees for limited‑scope family law representation?
24 Apr 2026
Q&A
How do I submit an answer to a summons for divorce?
01 Apr 2026
Q&A
I was wondering what steps do I need to take? So I can be able to see my son?
30 Jul 2025