Dean Taradash

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Dean Taradash

4.7
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 26 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Chicago, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

180 North LaSalle Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL

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About Dean

Biography

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Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

27 years | 1,700 cases

50%
Family 50%

27 years | 1,700 cases

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 185-300 per hour

Contingency

25%-33%

Pro bono

10 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 26 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1999

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Taradash Group, P.C.

180 North LaSalle Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60601

chicagodivorceatty.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Dean online.

Dean Taradash's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Family

Posted by Chris Martin | July 31, 2014 | Family

Did wonders! Wonderful!

Dean has done what others could not. After 3 years 4 law firms and 330,000 in retirement funds I lost everything. That I did not mind. It was my 3 children in an abusive house hold that hurt. Other law firms bounced around financial disclosures until I was broke. I had turned in many reports of abuse... pictures word etc. Now I had video. http://youtu.be/hmkGfRB9b_w No longer could the teenagers be blamed. In a last ditch effort I borrowed money and went looking for a new lawyer. Most laughed at me. The big name fathers right guy would not even look for less than 10g. Law schools turned the backs to me. I turned to Avvo. I posted all my info. Dean responded with in minutes. I called his office on a Saturday. Again he was on top and we set an appointment Monday! Other lawyer responded some telling me what a bad person I was! I was at the end of my rope and so where the children. By Wednesday we went to court. Dean ran the room. I walked with an emergency order of custody! My children are now with me for almost two months. They are very happy, I'm over joyed. We have been to court several times. Each time Dean takes charge stands between me and any opposing force. I never say a word. He remembers and drives them back. Most firms stood behind me. They let the system beat me over and over. I hate the system. I have few good words. But Dean has shown me hope that justice exists! I will stand beside Dean Taradash anytime any where. If needed please contact me at [email protected]. He is that good!

Posted by Jacqueline | May 01, 2014 | Family

Dean Taradash review

Dean Taradash could not have been more efficient, reliable and responsive when I was in need of answers. He always followed up with me. He also looks out for his clients best interest and needs. He has a lot of compassion for his client. He is a very intellectual and definitely knows his profession v...ery well!! Any one in need for an excellent family law attorney should contact Dean Taradash.

Posted by Pauline | May 13, 2013 | Family

Very thorough and very caring

When my marriage exploded I found Mr. Taradash online. He was very understanding and offered me a thorough strategy from the beginning. There had been domestic violence and Mr. Taradash and his staff had my case ready and in court the same day. They won for me an Order of Protection and were very... aggressive to secure for me the finances I needed. I have to say that they looked out for all kinds of things I had no idea to even think of, from taxes, to school costs, to babysitters, to visitation schedules. My experience was very positive. I would recommend them to anyone facing family court. They are very thorough and very caring.

Posted by W. | February 27, 2013 | Family

Very happy after years of service.

I've worked with Dean on a multitude of cases over more than a decade. He knows the law, he knows the courts, and he knows his clients. As a divorce and family-law attorney, myself, I've turned to Dean for assistance and insight in a multitude of cases. His intuition, judgment, and shrewdness have he...lped me resolve many complex cases. Over the years, I've known of many colleagues as well, who have sought the benefit of Dean's acumen and experience. Dean's reputation among the family-law bar for ethical practice and square dealing is impeccable. He is widely recognized and respected by the family-law bench and bar. When I needed a divorce lawyer in my own case, I am proud to say that it was Dean I turned to. He helped me, guided me, and counseled me from before the initial pleading through the next sixteen years in various post-decretal issues. He has helped me and I personally know he has helped more than one thousand others just like me. I HIGHLY recommend him.

Posted by Kim | September 15, 2015 | Family

Not what I expected

I would have to rate Dean with a poor review. I wouldn't rate someone in the poor category unless I felt certain of his actions. I was going through legal changes with my ex. Changes to parenting agreement and costs for braces and other teenage costs. I used another, less expensive attorney to go... through about 5 continuances & a lot of money later and a few things that we asked for were in court order. I called Dean & asked if he would be willing to help me with my final court date and hearing. It was in less then 2 months away, so I was pressured. He said he would do it. I met with Dean and we went over my case. I explained everything to him. I think it went in one ear and out the other. He asked who the opposing attorney was, I told him and he said, oh yea good guy I know him. I was a little thrown back by what he said but thought, ok well if he knows him he still has an ethical responsibility to defend me. I just assumed all the attorneys know each other, thought no big deal. After our meeting I sent him an email about proper child support calculations. He told me we would discuss at the court house, the day of my hearing. The day of my hearing he pulls out my file which was in total disarray and showed me what the child support should be. I agreed. The other attorney was fighting for a credit to his client a lesser child support, no extra help with ortho care and no help with cell phone. Which all three were already court ordered, except the child support. So really all Dean had to do was show supporting documentation and be done. When we were finally called to the stand the judge ordered a recess and the 2 attorneys and judge went to the back room to discuss our case. When they returned I find out everything that I had previously fought for was all dismissed and reversed. I find out the original child support order was lowered and there was a falsified credit given to the defendant. The orders for braces and cell phone were also dismissed. When Dean came back to tell me this I was in complete shock and I could swear he was defending the other party instead of me. He says the opposing counsel had fin plan calculations. I am very disappointed and it was a very costly mistake! I would not recommend Dean whatsoever. I truly feel he lost all for me because I didn't hire him to begin with...or because he knew the opposing counsel. Either way he was definitely not in it for mine or my child's best interests... Very disappointed

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Dean Taradash's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brianna Meyer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Doug Nelson

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Dean. I found him to be thoughtful and thorough on a matter with a common client."

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Corri Fetman

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly committed, detail oriented and excellent advocate."

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Charles Terry

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer to be one of the most impressive, hardworking, and caring family attorneys I know. Dean will be able to handle your need for a family law attorney with the utmost care, respect, and fervor."

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Kaitlyn Copi

Family lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thad Mogensen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse this attorney. Dean is diligent, tenacious, professional and an all around great attorney. I can't say enough good things about him."

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Agnes Zielinski Olechno

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Dean is a professional, well-respected, and strong advocate for his clients."

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Mark Clay

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Taradash. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up the great work!"

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Morgan Given

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is knowledgeable, efficient and talented. I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Child custody lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Howard Lewis

Family lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Taradash is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."

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Geo Bellas

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Dean demonstrates a high regard for the best interests of his clients and maintains a high standard of excellence in pursuit of his clients' best interests. Since working opposite sides of a dispute with Dean, I have referred other people to Dean knowing that they will be the beneficiary of excellent legal representation."

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Gina Famularo

Alimony lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Peter Verros

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Malarkey

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephanie Rifkind

Family lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Doug Nelson

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Corri Fetman

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Charles Terry

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Shay Formanek

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Thad Mogensen

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Morgan Given

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Featured Attorney, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

10 Best Under 40, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2008

Keane Award Excellence in e-Lawyering, American Bar Association

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Children's representative, Guardian Ad Litem Program

2014 - Present

Principal, The Taradash Group, P.C.

2011 - Present

Managing Partner, Taradash & Associates, P.C.

Associations

1999 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Education

1999

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

DePaul University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Coping with Divorce

Divorce

Languages

English

German

Spanish

Activity

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