Jennifer Shaw founded The Shaw Law Group, P.C. after dedicating four years of legal practice to Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation. The firm is focused on all areas of domestic relations litigation with special emphasis on securing the rights of unmarried couples.
Jennifer is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Madison County Bar Association. She has been an active Board Member of several not-for-profit agencies.
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Whether the end of your marriage is amicable or adversarial, her holistic and thoughtful approach will help make this transition in your life as painless as possible for you and your family. Stop worrying, call now for a consultation.
Attorney Shaw has been a premier family lawyer in the great state of Illinois since 1996. When it comes to your family, your most valuable asset, you will want her focused and detailed approach to the law. Call her today.
When it comes to child custody, tensions can run high. It's important to remain calm and have a laser focused train of thought so you can get as much of what you want as possible. Call Attorney Shaw today to discuss your situation.
On occasion, laws regarding child support may be updated, which is why it's always recommended to periodically check with an attorney to make sure you're paying or receiving the right amount of child support. Call today to discuss further.
When involved in unwanted physical contact between two members of the same household, it can be traumatic for everyone in the household. Let Attorney Shaw aggressively defend you while you heal from your trauma.
Attorney Shaw can handle your marriage prenuptials and postnuptials. Agreements before and after marriage are more common than you think. Call Attorney Shaw today to discuss further.
Adoptions | DCFS Adoptions | Step Parent Adoptions | Co-Parent Adoptions | More | Call today.
Make sure your spousal support payments are accurate. Call today to review your existing alimony or make sure you're paying the most fair amount by calling today at 618.219.1208.
Attorney Shaw is qualified to handle uncontested divorces. Not all divorces have to be difficult. Uncontested divorces, considered no-fault, may be an option if you do not have children in the marriage.
Child abuse can be horrified and stigmatizing, as well as extremely traumatic. Attorney Shaw will diligently work with you as a tireless and compassionate advocate. Stop worrying, call now.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1996 | 03/06/2022 |
Legal answers | 1 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer - Family Law | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2015 |
Super Lawyer - Family Law | Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Super Lawyer - Family Law | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2012 |
Illinois Young Careerist of the Year | Business and Professional Women | 2002 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Attorney | The Shaw Law Group - Jennifer A. Shaw, P.C. | 2003 - Present |
Attorney at Law | Reilly & Shaw | 2001 - 2003 |
Staff Attorney/Domestic Violence Task Force Coordinator | Land Of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation | 1997 - 2001 |
Associate Attorney | Carnine, Hedin, Ballard & McDonald | 1996 - 1997 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Illinois Bar Foundation | Director | 2014 - Present |
Illinois Equal Justice Foundation | Board of Directors | 2009 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2009 - Present |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | 1996 - Present |
Madison County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Children First Foundation | Board of Directors | 2011 - 2014 |
Illinois State Bar Association Human Rights Section Council | Chair | 2010 - 2011 |
Illinois State Bar Association, Standing Committee on Minority and Women Participation | Chair | 2008 - 2009 |
Illinois State Bar Association Standing Committee on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity | Chair | 2007 - 2008 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter | Child support income withholding notices not just an afterthought | 2013 |
Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter | Beloved pets—The oft-overlooked legal quagmire | 2012 |
Illinois State Bar Association | De-mystifying the ISBA – Sections and Committees | 2008 |
Illinois State Bar Association | Subtle changes to House Bill 1826 may result in a more perfect civil union | 2008 |
Illinois State Bar Association | Civil unions in Illinois – House Bill 1826 and Senate Bill 2436 | 2008 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Mississippi School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1996 |
University of Mississippi | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1993 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Family Law: Nuts & Bolts | Discovery | 2014 |
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section | A Child Custody Trial | 2013 |
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Child Custody Litigation | 2013 |
Continuing Legal Education | A Roadmap to the Illinois Civil Unions Act | 2012 |
St. Clair County Bar Association Fall CLE | How the Illinois Civil Unions Act Impacts the Practice of Law | 2011 |
Family Law -- Nuts and Bolts Continuing Legal Education Seminar | Ethical Considerations in the Practice of Family Law | 2011 |
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In re Marriage of Cheatham, 2014 IL App (5th) 130547-U | Affirmed. |
In re the Marriage of Agee, 5-13-0320 | Affirmed, in part and Reversed, in part |
In re Parentage of C.W.S., a Minor Child; 5-10-0162 | Affirmed by the Illinois Appellate Court, 5th District |
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I have worked with Jennifer Shaw on many Illinois State Bar association committees. She is a hard-working effective advocate for her clients.
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