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Christopher J. Maurer
- Naperville, IL
- Licensed for 23 years
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About Christopher
Christopher J. Maurer is a founding partner of Suburban Law Group, LLC with over two decades of experience in the areas of Family Law and Estate Planning. He handles cases in DuPage County, Cook County, Kane County, and other counties in the Greater Chicagoland Area. He has focused his practice in the area of family law, including divorce issues (contested and uncontested divorces, high-stakes litigation, complex financial and business divorces), paternity cases, preparation of prenuptial agreements and postnuptial agreements, custody disputes, establishing visitation or parenting schedules, child support calculation and alimony / maintenance determination, grandparent rights, relocation disputes regarding removing children from Illinois, and enforcing court orders.
Chris is also a certified Guardian ad Litem representing children in domestic relations cases and disabled adults in guardianship cases, as well as a licensed mediator, facilitating settlements between parties in cases involving minor children.
Chris also assists clients in developing estate plans (wills, trusts, powers of attorney for health care, powers of attorney for property) to ensure that their assets are protected during their lifetimes and after their deaths. Chris regularly utilizes estate planning tools to meet his clients' goals of avoiding probate, reducing or avoiding estate taxes, nominating guardians of children, and protecting assets from creditors.
Chris also represents administrators, executors, heirs and guardians in various guardianship and probate proceedings, including complex, multi-million dollar estates. In addition to being a seasoned trial court litigator, Chris has substantial appellate litigation experience, having won several cases on appeal before the Illinois Appellate Court, one of which was sent back to the trial court, resulting in a $1.7 million verdict in favor of the Appellant upon retrial.
Chris has authored, published and edited numerous articles and conducted Continuing Legal Eduation programs and seminars pertinent to other family law practitioners.
Chris is an active member of the DuPage Bar Association, a Director and past Treasurer of the DuPage Bar Foundation, and a board member and past Editor in Chief of the DuPage Brief, a scholarly legal magazine published and circulated to members of the DuPage Bar. Chris earned his Juris Doctorate from Loyola University of Chicago's College of Law in 1997, where he was an active member of the College's International Law Program and Organization. In 1994, Chris received his Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Communications at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he also did work for Habitat for Humanity, the Daily Illini Newspaper, and WPGU Radio.
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1997 | 12/06/2020 |
| Legal answers | 8 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Pro Bono Legal Service Award | DuPage County Bar Association | 2017 |
| Pro Bono Legal Service Award | DuPage County Bar Association | 2016 |
| Mediation Certification | College of DuPage | 2010 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | Anderson & Associates, P.C. | 2018 - Present |
| Anderson & Associates, P.C. | 2002 - Present | |
| Best Vanderlaan & Harrington | 2001 - 2002 | |
| O'Callaghan & Colleagues, P.C. | 1997 - 2001 |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| DuPage County Bar Foundation | Board of Directors | 2016 - Present |
| DuPage County Bar Association Brief | Editorial Board Member | 2013 - Present |
| Justinian Society of Lawyers (DuPage County chapter) | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
| Chicago Bar Association | Member | 2008 - Present |
| DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice Committee | Member | 2008 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Suburban Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| DuPage County Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| PRWEB | Anderson & Associates, P.C. Promotes Four Lawyers to Partner | 2018 |
| PRWEB | Anderson & Associates, P.C., Expands Practice Areas to Better Serve Wheaton Families | 2017 |
| DCBA Brief | Violent Video Games, the First Amendment, and Child Custody | 2014 |
| DCBA Brief | The Perils of Unallocated Support | 2013 |
| DCBA Brief | What's in Your Wallet?...Understanding | 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago | JD - Juris Doctor | 1997 |
| College of Communications, University of Illinois | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1994 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section CLE | Allocation of Parental Responsibilities, Parenting Time & Support in Blended Families | 2016 |
| Mediation Training Seminar | Mediation Panel Speaker | 2016 |
| Non-Traditional Family Law in Illinois | Custody, Visitation and Support Issues for Blended Families | 2015 |
| ISBA Mock Trial Competition | Presiding Judge / Evaluator | 2014 |
| Job Search Workshop | Job Search - What to Wear | 2013 |
| Schaumburg Mom's Club Guest Speaker | Basic Estate Planning for Families | 2004 |
|---|
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Arko v. Ford | Won custody for father at trial and on appeal |
| Tabassum v. Younis | Won on Appeal in a case involving enforcement of a Post-Nuptial Agreement. |
| Edwards v. Paddock Publication | Won defamation case on appeal which subsequently resulted in $1.7 Million verdict on retrial in favor of the client |
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(15)Anne Fung, Family Attorney on Jul 29, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michael Biederstadt, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Attorney Maurer on several cases, he is very experienced, knowledgeable and a great attorney. I would highly recommend him as an attorney and Guardian ad Litem.
Michael Hudzik, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 18, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse Christopher Maurer. He is a zealous advocate for his clients, and he is an extremely knowledgeable attorney.
I endorse this lawyer.
Agnes Zielinski Olechno, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 12, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris is an outstanding attorney. He's sharp, very knowledgeable and gets the job done. You won't be disappointed with his work.
Jane Nagle, Family Attorney on Nov 6, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris is a great source of knowledge pertaining to all aspects of family law. He is a creative and skilled litigator and works dilligently to reach his client's goals.
Cameron Goodman, Child custody Attorney on Oct 24, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse Mr. Maurer. I had the opportunity to work with him on a highly contested custody case. He is an experienced family law attorney with excellent judgment, outstanding litigation skills and a highly professional temperament. I highly recommend him.
Robert Boszko, Family Attorney on Oct 14, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris and I have worked together for almost 10 years. He always zealously advocates for his clients while maintaining the utmost civility and professionalism. He is an excellent litigator and well versed negotiator. Chris is one of the first people I turn to for advise. I highly recommend him.
I endorse this lawyer.
Sarah Nolan, Family Attorney on Sep 4, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer.
Stephanie Arsenty, Family Attorney on May 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Chris is a great person and a knowledgeable attorney. He has been a wonderful mentor to me in the area of family law.
Kiley Whitty, Family Attorney on Apr 8, 2013
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris is an experienced family law attorney who works diligently to serve his client's goals. His superior litigation skills, case strategy and knowledge of the law create the perfect combination to make him a very effective attorney and someone I do not hesitate to go to for case advice. Chris is well respected in the legal community for his integrity and his commitment to his clients and he is someone I am proud to call a colleague.
Sean Mccumber, Family Attorney on Oct 18, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer's work. Chris and I have been opponents on several cases. We have worked well together, but both have been mindful of protecting our client's interests. He is fair and honest, and he tells very good jokes.
Dennise Mccann, Family Attorney on Mar 31, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris and I have worked together for over five years. He is, by far, one of the best family law attorneys I know. His ligation skills are excellent, and he truly cares about his clients. It is a very effective combination. He is the first person I consult when I have litigation strategy questions or need a new perspective on a family matter.
Lisa Giese, Family Attorney on Mar 22, 2010
Relationship: Co-worker
Chris Maurer is an exceptional advocate who achieves optimal results for his clients. He is always thorough, prepared and motivated. His professionalism and knowledge in the field of family law is admirable and well deserving of this praise. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for an experienced family law attorney.
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