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Betsy (Elizabeth) Ehlen practices exclusively in the area of family law, representing clients in a range of issues including divorce, custody disputes, division of marital assets and real property, spousal and child support, paternity, domestic violence, and civil unions.
Betsy was drawn to family law by the personal nature of the work and because of the unique challenge each new case brings. Betsy prides herself on using creative strategies to reach her clients’ goals. She is widely regarded as a skilled litigator, but she also understands when amicable negotiations should be the first option to meet her clients’ needs while resolving their cases quickly.
Betsy grew up in Shaker Heights, Ohio and received her B.A. from Ithaca College. She earned her J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law in 2003, where she was a recipient of the Scholar in Law award. Betsy has been licensed in Illinois since 2003 and is an active member of the Chicago Bar Association. When Betsy isn't in court she's honing her competitive edge on the field by coaching and playing field hockey.
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Acquired: 2003
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53 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 725, Chicago, IL, 60604
25 Client Reviews
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Posted by Ruslan | November 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding service.
I had the pleasure of working with Betsy Ehlen and Katherine during my divorce case, and I cannot recommend their team enough. Even though my case was far from simple, Betsy and Katherine handled everything with exceptional professionalism, expertise, and care. They guided me through every step of th...
Posted by M | July 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Betsy is awesome
Betsy helped me through what should have been a relatively straightforward divorce. Things were complicated by my difficult ex. It was a very anxious and emotionally-fraught time for me. Betsy patiently answered my often frantic questions and assured me of how the legal process worked when I was bein...
Posted by Trina | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Betsy Is the Best! Order of Protection!
While no one wishes to find themselves in an order of protection case, I was one of those persons who needed an attorney to provide counsel through a difficult time. Attorney Betsy Ehlen was the knowledgeable, trustworthy attorney who guided me through this process. Not only was she able to repre...
Posted by Jonathan | August 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Head + Heart
Divorce is a difficult process - and can be a tremendous financial and emotional strain. In the midst of this turmoil Betsy, was an amazing ally, a true bright light in a dark place. Betsy was more than my legal counsel, she was my guide, my advocate, my confidante and at times my therapist! She ...
Posted by Pamela | December 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Betsy Ehlen - expert in order of protection cases
Betsy Ehlen represented me through the process of getting an order of protection and other matters pertaining to dissolving my separation from ex-fiancé. Through this very difficult period Betsy was incredibly helpful in explaining the process to me, she kept me informed of what to expect and alway...
"I highly endorse Mrs. Ehlen. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!"
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2011 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Law Offices of Bradley R. Trowbridge
2009 - 2010
VISTA Attorney, Legal Assistance Foundation Of Metropolitan Chicago
2002 - 2002
Law Clerk, ACLU of Eastern Missouri
2001 - 2001
Law Clerk, Legal Aid Society Of New York
Member
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2015
2014
Domestic Violence
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