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Deborah Annette Carder
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About Deborah
Biography
I bring over 20 years of experience to your case, with 15 years of background working at the country's preeminent and largest family law firm. My current practice includes all areas of matrimonial law focusing on the custodial needs of high net worth individuals and the complex financial issues regarding their estates and business interests.
Experienced and dedicated attorney providing solutions for you and your family for over 25+ years.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
30%
31 years
Family
20%
31 years
Child Custody
18%
31 years
Uncontested Divorce
10%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 30 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Jeffrey | August 07, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Ritz Carlton Skill Set & Level of Service!
I have been in the hotel industry for over 25 years, having managed some of the finest hotels and resorts in the World, including Ritz Carlton Hotel Management. Deborah should carry a Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons logo aside her credentials. Her level of service exceeded my expectations, which are...
Deborah Annette Carder's Lawyer Endorsements
"Deborah is an excellent attorney; tough litigator and one of the smartest attorneys I have worked with. Her clients are in good hands. I highly endorse Deborah Carder."
"I endorse this lawyer. Deborah is an excellent attorney. She is a strong advocate, intelligent and honest. I have a great amount of respect for Deborah."
"I endorse this lawyer. Deb has an excellent knowledge of the law and is a strong advocate for her clients. She is a credit to the profession."
"I endorse this lawyer. She handles the tough cases and tough issues with ease. She is professional and civil in all endeavors, but cares about her clients and the legal community where she works. Great Attorney!"
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Experience
Honors
2019
Inspirational Woman, DuPage Association of Women Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Family Law, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers
2019
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2018
Best Lawyers of America (Family Law), Best Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
Best Lawyers of America (Family Law), Best Lawyers
2017
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers
2016
Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyer Network
2016
Illinois Super Lawyer, Illinois Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America (Family), Best Lawyers
2015
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyer Network
2015
Best Lawyers in America Family Law (2016), Best Lawyers
2015
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2013
Illinois Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Top 100 Women Consumer Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2012
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2011
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2010
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2010
Top 100 Women Consumer Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2010
40 Illinois Attorneys Under 40 to Watch, Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
2010
Illinois Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Illinois Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2009
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2008
Top 100 Women Consumer Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2008
Illinois Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2007
Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Carder Law Firm, P.C.
2000 - 2015
Partner, Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP
1996 - 2000
Associate, Joseph M. Lucas & Associates LLC
Associations
2000 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
2000 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
2015 - 2018
Illinois State Bar AssociationAttorney Registration and Disciplinary Committee Appointment
2013 - 2014
DuPage County Bar Association, Judiciary CommitteeVice Chair
2012 - 2013
DuPage County Bar Association, Family Law and Practice CommitteeChair
2012 - 2014
18th Circuit Court Committee for the Improvement of Legal AccessChairperson
2011 - 2011
Collaborative Law Institute of IllinoisTrained
2007 - 2008
DuPage Association of Women LawyersPresident
2001 - 2013
Kane County Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
2000 - 2001
DuPage County Bar AssociationCLE Committee, Local Rules Committee, Memorial Committee
Sample of Legal Cases
IRMO Stachura
Appellate Court denied the appeal in favor of my client based on jurisdiction.
IRMO Kush
Affirmed in favor of client (trial by Deborah Carder/appeal by Robert Black)
IRMO Nilles
Reversed in favor of client (trial by Deborah Carder/appeal by Sarane Siewerth)
IRMO Schmidt
Reversed and Remanded. Remand in favor of client. (trial by Deborah A. Carder/appeal by Michelle Jochner)
Education
1995
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Combatting Domestic Violence in Financially Upscale Families
Evolving Civil Tools in Combatting Domestic Violence
2009
Prenuptial Agreements
Validity of Prenuptial Agreements
Publications
2015
Carder Law Firm
Carder Family Law Blog
2015
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Defining Gross Income Under the New Maintenance Amendments
2015
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
Illinois Considers Proposal for No Fault Measures in Divorce
2013
Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP
Family Law Topics Blog
2010
2003
Dupage County Bar Association Brief
The Rationalization of an Unconstitutional Child's Representative Statute
Languages
English