$ 200-300 per hour
Janice Dantes
About Janice
Biography
Janice Dantes is a solo practitioner focused on practice areas affecting families namely, estate planning, real estate, family law, and immigration. As a proud Filipino-American lawyer with humble beginnings at Clark Air Force Base in the Philippines, she is committed to serving her fellow kababayan with their legal issues. As a board member of the Filipino American Lawyers Association of Chicago (FALA), she hopes to continue promoting the interests of Filipino-American attorneys and also pave the way for young Filipinos interested in a legal career. Janice completed her undergraduate education at the University of Chicago and received her JD from DePaul University College of Law. She is also a wife and mother to a wonderful little boy who accompanies her to many of her legal functions. Janice can be reached by phone at or by email at
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
50%
12 years
Child Custody
20%
12 years
Immigration
10%
12 years
Real Estate
10%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Illinois for 12 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Janice A. Dantes
35 East Wacker Drive Suite 650, Chicago, IL, 60601
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Janice Dantes's Reviews
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Posted by Erynn | February 12, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
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Amazing, caring person
I reached out to Janice and her firm for a family law case not anywhere near Chicago (where she is located). I explained my complicated case and what I was asking of her if she was going to represent me. She was VERY CARING, ATTENTIVE and REASONABLE regarding my situation. She did everything she coul...
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"Janice is a dedicated advocate for her clients. She is diligent in staying abreast of legal developments and continuing to better her already excellent practical skills. I endorse this lawyer."
"Janice is an excellent Attorney to work with, she understands the importance of creating an effective estate plan as well as making sure her clients understand the work she does for them. Whenever I have questions, I don't hesitate to bounce them off of Janice because I know she is reliable and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her!"
Experience
Honors
2015
Table Topics Speech Award Winner, Toastmasters International CVS Caremark Corporate Club
2012
Merit Scholarship, Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area
2010
Miss Asia DePaul, DePaul University Alpha Phi Gamma
2009
Merit Scholarship, DePaul APALSA
2008
Merit Scholarship, DePaul University College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Owner, Janice Dantes, Attorney at Law
Associations
2016 - Present
Filipino American Lawyers Association of ChicagoTreasurer
2015 - Present
Chicago Bar FoundationParticipant, Justice Entrepreneurs Project
2013 - Present
Chicago Volunteer Legal ServicesVolunteer Attorney
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Asian American Bar AssociationMember
Education
2012
DePaul University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Chicago
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Illinois State Bar Association Minority Bar CLE Conference
Serving My Community – The Challenges and Rewards of Pro Bono and Low Bono Legal Work
2016
CVLS Junior Board CLE Series
Pro Bono 101: Immigration and Family Law
Publications
2016
Balancing Act: A Guide for Working Parents
Finding Your Working Parent Style
Languages
Tagalog
English
Filipino
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do I need to terminate the other parent's rights? I (dad) have sole custody and my daughter's mother has zero visitation.
14 Feb 2017
Q&A
How much will it cost me to quit claim a deed in Illinois
01 Feb 2017
Q&A
My husband put a lot loans under my name, what should I do if we are going to get divorced?
01 Feb 2017