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Morgan Given is a family law attorney and mediator known for her strategic, compassionate, and highly organized approach to family law. Morgan draws on her extensive litigation experience to advise clients on how to avoid protracted court battles while obtaining excellent outcomes, often through mediation and strategic negotiation. She has experience with cases big and small, actively representing high-net-worth business owners and individuals facing complex family law matters involving divorce, child custody, relocation, and prenuptial agreements.
As an experienced divorce mediator, Morgan is passionate about helping clients resolve disputes outside of court. Acting as a neutral third party, Morgan’s approach to mediation is to serve as an empathetic “project manager” in order to organize mediation into an efficient and streamlined process. This saves clients an enormous amount of money and time and also allows them to create a customized settlement agreement uniquely tailored to their specific family needs.
Morgan is trained in Collaborative Divorce, a process which allows her clients to stay out of court and resolve even complex disputes through strategic negotiation and the support of a team of legal, financial, and mental health professionals.
Morgan has represented clients throughout every stage of the divorce process and is committed to helping clients navigate the divorce process in a way that preserves both their emotional and financial wellbeing. She recognizes the importance of not only serving as a lawyer but also as a counselor to her clients. As her many client reviews attest, she puts her clients’ needs first, and clients find her confidence and expertise deeply reassuring. Clients praise Morgan for her responsiveness, her organized guidance, and her ability to “set the tone” for the divorce through her savvy approach to negotiation.
Morgan has exclusively practiced in the area of family law. She began her career in Washington, DC, representing and advocating for victims of domestic abuse as a law fellow at the DC Volunteer Lawyers Project. Morgan joined the Taradash Group in December 2014, inspired by Dean Taradash’s personalized and practical approach to family law. In 2019, she was elevated to partner, and in 2023, became a named partner at Taradash Given.
Morgan is the Legal Chair of the Chicago chapter of the Amicable Divorce Network and a member of Collaborative Divorce Illinois. Her recent publications include a chapter in “Divorce Amicably: Your Roadmap to Resolution.”
She received her Juris Doctor from the George Washington University Law School. In law school, she was recognized as a Thurgood Marshall Scholar and was also a recipient of the George Washington Presidential Merit Scholarship and Dean’s Pro Bono Service Award. She graduated from DePaul University magna cum laude with Bachelor of Arts degrees in History and English.
Morgan’s Chicago roots go deep. She was born in Rogers Park and worked her first job as a server at the iconic Ed Debevic’s. She now lives in Oak Park with her husband and children.
Morgan serves clients throughout Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Will counties.
Find her on Instagram at @taradashgiven where she provides specific tips on how to navigate divorce to more than 35,000 followers.
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Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Top-Notch Advocate
This was such a challenging process, but it was smooth with Morgan by my side. Even in the midst of her own personal life transitions, Morgan was present, fierce, and flexible. Thanks to Morgan, I was able to take space to heal, and get what I could live with from that chapter of mine and my children...
Posted by Sammi | May 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Truly Exceptional Lawyer
I hired Morgan to represent me in a school district decision case for my son. We knew from the beginning it would be an uphill battle, but Morgan was amazing throughout the entire process. She guided and supported and was undoubtedly the reason the ruling was in my favor. I truly don't know what I wo...
Posted by Hari | October 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Promises Kept
Morgan Given is without a doubt incredible . Morgan helped me through a tough time in my life.I had a long battle with my Ex , filed multiple false cases on me . Morgan represented me better than I could have ever imagined. I will be FOREVER grateful for her passionate dedication for what she did...
Posted by Chris | June 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Amazing Attorney!! I could not imagine anyone better to guide me through such a difficult and emotional process.
I am not sure it is possible to fully express my gratitude for the incredible counsel Morgan provided me through a very lengthy and challenging divorce, which involved a very sensitive custody component. Morgan worked tirelessly throughout my divorce, and eased my may concerns....and there were many!...
Posted by SV | July 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Best councel
I was very lucky to have found her and hire her. Ms. Morgan is way way more than one can expect from an attorney. She is highly knowledgable, very sincere, prompt and strategic. Always on top of things and accessible via phone and email. In my case involving jurisdiction issues, from the mome...
"I have always know Morgan to have a real passion for her clients and her work. She is intelligent and hard-working. She sets the bar high with her ethics and diligence. Not only is Morgan an excellent attorney, she is also an excellent person! You should definitely consider hiring her."
"I highly endorse this attorney. Morgan and I battled against each other for several days on a family law matter. She was very thorough and convincing. I had not known her prior to the handling of this case and I was very impressed by her abilities and advocacy."
"I was opposing counsel on a fairly difficult divorce case. Morgan was tough but always professional and a pleasure to work with."
"Morgan is a fierce advocate, yet she presents her client's case in a calm and reasoned manner that results in great success with judges."
"It was a pleasure to have Morgan as opposing counsel on a recent divorce case, both in and out of court. She was a strong advocate for her client, while being practical in terms of settlement negotiations. I endorse this attorney."
"Morgan and I were counsels on opposite sides of a case recently. In a field where the list of substandard, inattentive and nonresponsive attorneys grows by the week, I was extremely impressed with her quick response time and attention to detail, while advocating for her client's interests without being unreasonable. I absolutely endorse Morgan."
"I met Ms. Given in law school and we worked together at an organization for a year as attorneys doing domestic violence and custody law. She is honest, hard working, and I endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Morgan is a very diligent attorney who has a passion for zealously protecting her clients' rights."
"Morgan is an intelligent and zealous advocate. She is very knowledgeable in all aspects of family law."
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Client's Choice, Avvo
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Top 40 Under 40 Family Lawyers in the State of Illinois, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2016
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Dean's Certificate of Pro Bono Recognition, George Washington University
2011
Thurgood Marshall Award, George Washington University
2023 - Present
Partner, Taradash Given, P.C.
2020 - 2023
Partner, The Taradash Group, P,.C.
2014 - 2014
Law Fellow, Legal Aid Society of Metropolitan Family Services
2014 - 2020
Associate, The Taradash Group, P.C.
2013 - 2014
Project Attorney, American Bar Association
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern, Legal Services of Northern Virginia
2013 - 2014
Law Fellow, DC Volunteer Lawyers Project
2012 - 2012
Law Clerk, Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities
2012 - 2013
Health Insurance Counselor, GW Health Insurance Counseling Project
2011 - 2011
Legal Intern, Prairie State Legal Services, Inc.
2025 - Present
Amicable Divorce NetworkLegal Chair - Chicago Chapter
2017 - Present
Midwest Access CoalitionMember
2016 - Present
American Bar Association
2013 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2013 - Present
George Washington Alumni Association
2013
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2017
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