$ 200-250 per hour
I have 20 plus years of legal experience.
In criminal law, I served both as the Lee County Public Defender and as the Lee County State's Attorney. I've tried approximately 80 criminal jury trials and hundreds of bench trials and other hearings. I am very familiar with local prosecutors and Judges.
In family law, I've been practicing in this area since 1994 when I was with Jenner & Block, a large nationwide firm, in Chicago. I handle divorce, custody, support, adoption, post-decree cases, contempt cases, removal petitions and all other family law related matters.
I also teach Criminal Justice courses such as Ethics, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Evidence at Sauk Valley Community College.
In my spare time, I enjoy photograph, genealogy, reading and movies. I play trumpet with my son and father in a couple local bands and keyboard at my church.
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$ 200-250 per hour
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Acquired: 1992
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223 West First Street, Dixon, IL, 61021-1009
10 Client Reviews
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Posted by Wade | June 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worst lawyer ever.
I hired Paul for my divorce. He basically represented my x wife. He buried evidence and laughed at me in court. He said all I need is a car and a girlfriend. He thought that was funny. He is a total liar and fraud. I'm sure he made a good DA.
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worst lawyer ever
I hired Paul to represent me in a divorce. As an x DA I thought he could work the system on my behalf. But I soon realized he is a part of the system that doesnt care. He failed to present evidence during the trial that cost me everything. he even had the audasity to tell me I was getting screwed. he...
Posted by christy | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
divorce that was undisputed
paul took two years and a lot of money to delay my divorce that was undisputed. He is definitely interested in your money and makes the court system look like a hypocrisy.
Posted by Monica jensen | October 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
Previous client
I hired Paul as my attorney to represent my daughter and I in a family case. Mostly to make sure she was protected and the best possible outcome was reached for her. Paul sold himself well as a very caring individual, wanting what was best for my daughter. This was in March of this year. At first he ...
Posted by Jenny | February 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best of the Best
Paul is hands down the best of the best. He's personable to all parties involved. He is there at any time for any question. He has helped me tremendously with my family case for custody and helped me get Sole custody of my son. He is currently working even more on visitation and child support issues ...
"I have known Paul professionally for more than 20 years. He is a fine person and an excellent lawyer. He has the knowledge, skills and intellect that should make any client comfortable with his representation. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Paul handles cases efficiently and with the utmost integrity. I enjoy having Paul on the other side of a case because not only is he personable, but he is an attorney that you can count on to follow the rules and present his case fairly."
"I have had several cases with Paul. Paul is able to at the same time advocate tirelessly for his client while maintaining good relationships with other attorneys. This skill set goes a long way in the ability to receive the best possible outcome for a client. I I have always found Paul to be extremely professional."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Paul his entire carrier as an attorney both professionally and personally. As an attorney he has one of the greatest legal minds I have ever run across. His work ethic and ability in the courtroom is second to none, and he treats his clients like family. As a person he is of the up most character in every way. I could not give him a higher recommendation."
"Attorney Whitcombe is highly regarded by his peers in family law, criminal law and estate matters."
Family lawyer
2018
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Alumnus of the Year, Northern Illinois College of Law Alumni Council
2004 - 2008
State's Attorney, Lee County State's Attorney
1996 - 2004
Partner, Thompson & Whitcombe, P.C.
1994 - 1996
Associate, Jenner & Block
1992 - 1994
Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court Judge Paul E. Plunkett
1995 - Present
Lee County Bar Association
1992 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
1992
Juris Doctor, Summa Cum Laude
2014
Ethics in Criminal Law
1994
1991
English
Legal Answers
If a child lives in IL and the non custodial parent lives in Florida, what visitation would they get?
18 May 2015
Transferring a family case to another county
13 May 2015