Sharon Genalen

Sharon Genalen

also known as Sharon Falen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 10 years

Family Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

161 N. Clark Street, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 10 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2015

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Lake Family Law LLC

161 N. Clark Street, Suite 1700, Chicago, IL, 60540

Lake Family Law LLC

4055 S Route 59, Suite 100, Naperville, IL, 60564

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Sharon Genalen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

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Posted by Laurie | December 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Authentic Attorney

I consulted 2 different attorneys, both recommended by different acquaintances, before choosing Sharon to represent me. Sharon was authentic and REAL while still remaining extremely professional. I found her refreshingly human and easy to talk to, especially while I was dealing with the stress, uncer...tainty, and raw emotions of post-divorce legal issues. She did not make grand, unrealistic promises about how easy the legal matter would be to resolve, but instead provided knowledgeable guidance about what the likely outcomes would be, financially and otherwise, and what options I had. Yet, at the same time, she made me feel I was in competent hands and that she definitely had MY back. I knew that the new child support law in Illinois would affect the outcome, but she fought for me and listened to me and my needs. The result was a very fair outcome for all involved, and one that was much better for me than it could have been had I not been prepared. In the end, I feel like I did "win," and I absolutely would hire her again.

Posted by Lynnette | September 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and Knowledgable, yet human

With legal issues comes anxiety and emotion. Sharon was reassuring and capable in the face of a difficult post-divorce matter. Sharon expertly represented me in court and helped me to sift through the legalese. Thanks to Sharon's knowledge of the statutes and her ability to argue the case fairly, the... judge's decision came back in my favor. I am thankful to have been represented by Ms. Falen. I highly recommend her in regard to divorce and post-divorce matters.

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Sharon Genalen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Kuffel

Family lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sharon is a skillful attorney who really cares about her clients and truly dedicates herself to achieve her clients' objectives."

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Laura Baldwin

Family lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Sharon is extremely professional, always well-prepared, and is a strong advocate for her clients. I highly recommend Sharon."

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Teresa Dettloff

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sharon is a knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated attorney who advocates vigorously for her clients. Sharon has an excellent reputation in the community. I would highly recommend her."

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Lisa Copland

Family lawyer

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Melissa Kuffel

Family lawyer

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Laura Baldwin

Family lawyer

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Teresa Dettloff

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2026

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

DuPage Legal Assistance Foundation Pro Bono Service Award, DuPage Legal Assistance Foundation

2018

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2018

Top Women Lawyers in Chicago, Top Women Lawyers (Daily Herald Business Ledger)

2017

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2015

Certificate in Child and Family Law, Loyola University Chicago School of Law

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Attorney, Lake Divorce LLC

2023 - 2024

Senior Associate, Esp, Kreuzer, Cores & McLaughlin, LLP

2017 - 2023

Associate Attorney, Sullivan Taylor & Gumina, PC

2016 - 2017

Associate Attorney, The Child and Family Law Center

Associations

2025 - Present

Child Law Section Council - Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2025 - Present

DuPage County Bar Foundation

Member

2024 - Present

Collaborative Divorce Illinois

Board of Directors

2021 - Present

DuPage Association of Women Lawyers

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

DuPage County Bar Association

Education

2015

Loyola University Chicago School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Carmel High School

Speaking Engagements

2022

Navigating Orders of Protection

Orders of Protection

2021

DCBA Probate Guardian ad litem Training

Minor Guardianship Appointments

2017

IEP's and 504 Plans: Tips for Parents as Advocates

Children with Special Needs

Publications

2026

DuPage County Bar Association Brief The Interplay of Prenuptial Agreements and Estate Planning: Ethical and Post-Mortem Consequences

2022

DCBA Brief: The Journal of the DuPage County Bar Association Attorneys' Fees Recoverable in Parentage Court: In re Stella and Its Progeny

2017

The Docket, official publication of Lake County Bar Association Reform in School Discipline in Illinois

2014

Praxis - Social Work & the Law: An Interdisciplinary Lens A Critical Analysis of the Collaboration of Child Welfare Professionals

Languages

English

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