Angela Evans

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Angela Evans

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Peoria, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +4 more

110 SW Jefferson, Suite. 500, Peoria, IL

About Angela

Biography

Innovative. Efficient. Aggressive.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Family 20%

Dissolution of Marriage Appeals Child Support Civil Unions Custody and Visitation Maintenance/Alimony Marital Settlement and Separation Agreements Parentage/Paternity Cases

20%
Child Support 5%

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

5%
Litigation 5%

General Civil Litigation Trials

5%
Mediation 5%

Family Law Mediation and General Mediation

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 15 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2010

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Alabama for 17 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2008

Special Member

No misconduct found

Location

Angela Evans Law

110 SW Jefferson, Suite. 500, Peoria, IL, 61602

angelaevanslaw.com

Online Presence

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Angela Evans's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

AEL in 4 Words: Professional, Knowledgeable, Integrity, Indomitable

Angela and her team have been my rock throughout my difficult legal struggles. Her team has earned my utmost respect in their ability to diligently represent a client. I never thought I'd go through a divorce let alone have to fight for the right to in my children's lives, but they were there for me ...when I needed them. I consulted numerous attorneys in the area before and after consulting with Angela. It was clear to me that no one would represent the long-term best interests of my children better. In the past 2 years I've learned how ugly and complicated family law can truly become. Due to the design of the legal system, and constant curveballs in the case there have been times when I've felt as though this would never end. She never sugar-coated things and was diligent about making sure I was clearly aware of what was happening with the case as well as all potential outcomes. Without Angela's stalwart legal support, I don't believe I would have made it through everything. Her paralegal, Cori, has always been available when I called or e-mailed. Both remain willing to listen to any concerns I have and consistently followed through on anything necessary. I understand that my case is not the only case the team is handles, but everyone at AEL have never made me feel as though my children were not their # 1 focus. In court, Angela's expertise and confidence is clearly on display. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and stays on-point with matters of fact and evidence. She has stood up for me through unprofessional antics from the other side and I cannot thank her enough for her representation. The words "ethical" or "integrity" are not commonly used when discussing attorneys, but it certainly applies to Angela Evens. If you're in need of a genuinely professional lawyer for your case, I can't recommend AEL enough.

Posted by Kim | January 31, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Angela cares about her clients!

I had the opportunity to meet with Angela in her office. In speaking with her, it became very evident that she truly cares about her clients, including the emotional, sad aspects of a divorce. Sadly, it seems that many divorce attorneys like ‘to stir the pot’ emotionally with couples to drum up ad...ditional bu$ine$$ for themselves. What a shame and this is NOT how Angela Evans conducts her firm. If I had a family law need, I would highly recommend Angela Evans. In summation, she’s professional, straight forward and will care about you as an individual.

Posted by Lisa | January 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Very happy client

My husband of 18 years left me and our 4 kids for another woman. When he filed for divorce, I knew I needed a good lawyer. I was referred to Angela by another lawyer. I was impressed with her at our consultation and knew the kids and I were going to be taken care of. She is very straightforward, whi...ch I appreciated. She always came prepared to court and handled herself professionally against opposing counsel. She was sympathetic to my situation and made sure that the settlement was fair and beneficial to me and my children. Even though my husband was the one who filed, Angela did all the discovery, division of property paperwork, settlement offers, and filing. She was very prompt, this could have been settled earlier but he and his lawyer were not quick to respond. I felt involved and she listened to how I wanted to handle certain aspects of the settlement. My calls and questions were always answered in a timely manner.

Posted by Jessica | January 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Probate Estate Settlement

I would highly recommend using Angela Evans services when a lawyer is needed in her field of expertise. In the probate case of my mothers estate, I was referred to Angela through my past lawyer Andrew Rinehart . My situation is not a typical probate case and has been a 3-year process and still going.... I worked with Andrew for a year on settling my mother’s estate and after that time the case needed Angela’s services to start removal process to have my mother’s estate settled. I’ve been working with Angela for the past 6 months on my mother’s probate case and she has been on top of everything since day one. Angela and her assistant Cori Mayhall are great at keeping me updated on everything and making sure everything is moving in the right direction, so my case get settled quickly. I live in Florida and communication is key since I’m not local. I have total confidence that Angela is the best lawyer to represent me and has even allowed me to listen over the phone during a court case so that I was able to know what was being said in the court room. I really appreciate having that experience and knowing that Angela was fighting for me in the court room. Angela has been successful getting my mother’s estate to finally start moving. I’m thankful to have her help with everything and trust that she is doing everything in her power to get me justice for everything I’ve been going through since my mother’s passing. I look forward to the day when my mother’s estate is settled, and I say my final Thank You to Angela and Cori for all the hard work they’ve put in. That day will be the greatest day of my life.

Posted by Kellie | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommend Angela Evans Law

I hired Angela Evans and her firm quite literally 4 months prior to a custody trial with my ex husband. Having had a previous attorney who due to medical issues was not able to competently represent me i was left with no legal representation. I met with many attorneys and I did not feel they were re...ally representing me or my children. After my consultation i was certain she was up to the job. Immediately her team of professionals were working tirelessly on my behalf and Angela made every attempt possible to negotiate a settlement and avoid not only the cost of a trial but the emotional toll it has on everyone involved. Unfortunately due to poor representation across the table we went to trial and again Angela and her team eased my nerves, she was bottom line honest with me amd never sugar coated anything which i personally appreciated. After two long days of trial i would say it was a favorable outcome for me... but not just for me for my children and i could not be happier (unless the whole mess never happened.) Angela advocated for me and my children. She was professional to the opposing side and counsel and just prepared all the way around and her team are the same. I would recommend Angela and her firm to anyone!

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Angela Evans's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Hills

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Bouldin

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Wonderful person and great lawyer. Contact Angela for family, divorce and adoption in Peoria."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, Illinois Super Lawyers

2012

2012 Downstate Young Lawyer of the Year, Illinois State Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Sole Practioner, Angela Evans Law

2012 - 2013

Attorney, Quinn, Johnston, Henderson & Pretorius, Chartered

2010 - 2012

Attorney, Westervelt, Johnson, Nicoll & Keller, LLC

2008 - 2009

Deputy District Attorney, Jefferson County District Attorney's Office, Birmingham

2007 - 2010

Goverment & Commercial Contract Procurement, Self Employed Attorney Consultant

Associations

2012 - Present

Abraham Lincoln American Inn of Court

Member

2023 - 2025

Peoria County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Chair

2011 - 2013

Illinois State Bar Association

Construction Law Section; Women & the Law Appointed Member

2011 - 2013

Peoria County Bar Association

Co-Chair, Special Committee on Mentoring

Sample of Legal Cases

Heritage Square v. Zu Zu, Inc., et al.

Trial Court ruling of no personal liability due to duress and lack of consideration affirmed.

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Education

2007

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Auburn University, Auburn

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Rotary Club

Litigation as a Business Decision

2011

Peoria Women in Leadership Monthly Luncheon Legal Issues Effecting Women

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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