Sarah Elaine Ward

Sarah Elaine Ward

5.0
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 18 years

Family Lawyer at Belleville, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support

123 West Washington Street, Belleville, IL

About Sarah

Biography

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Coffee Ward & Bower, LLP

123 West Washington Street, Belleville, IL, 62220

Appt. Only Office

Mark Twain Plaza 1101 W. Vandalia, Suite 305G, Edwardsville, IL, 62025

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Sarah Elaine Ward's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family and Child Custody Lawyer

I highly recommend Ms. Sarah Ward for representation! I am extremely grateful of her knowledge, experience and professionalism! Including the knowledge she had in regards to military family. She listened to my concerns and passionate with her work. I enjoyed working with her and would and have recomm...ended her and her office to others.

Posted by anonymous | March 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Attorney

If you're looking for a good lawyer, I recommend Sarah Ward. Sarah is attentive and will always recommend a course of action that is in your best interest. I used her in my divorce and subsequent child support issues whereby my entitled ex-husband did not feel the need to support his child. Thanks to... Sarah, this issue was resolved. Her recommendations have always been what's in the best interest of myself and my child. Highly recommend.

Posted by James | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Lt Col (ret), USAF

Sarah Ward did an exceptional job helping me negotiate a very contested and protracted divorce. Her knowledge of Illinois law, experience in dealing with very complicated issues, and stellar reputation within the legal community allowed me to finalize my divorce in the most expeditious manner poss...ible. And, she helped me secure the most financially advantageous terms; a complete and most welcome surprise. She is an expert in dealing with military personnel. She understands how to prepare you for court, and ensure that you win. She is thorough, thoughtful, always prepared and dedicated to reaching the best outcome for her client. Look no further... Sarah is your answer to this challenging situation you find yourself in. I have personally referred her to four colleagues. None were disappointed. That’s 5 for 5 including myself...case closed. Hire Sarah.

Posted by Suzanne | October 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Exceptional!!

From consultation to finalizing my divorce Sarah has been their for me, I felt supported. Divorce isn’t easy but Sarah was straight forward from the beginning, help me understand, she is a blessing and awesome at what she does! I give her high recommendation. She will get the job done right.

Posted by Sean | September 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent, Efficient, & Effective

Sarah provided me excellent, efficient, and effective counsel throughout my divorce. She walked me through each of the steps and kept the billable hours to a minimum without sacrificing service. I was able to get the most favorable results I could hope for and I’m glad she was on my team vs going aga...inst her. Her service was impeccable and I definitely recommend her to anyone unfortunate enough to go through a divorce.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Honors

2007

Moot Court Board, Southern Illinois University School of Law

2007

Southern Illinois American Inn of Court, Southern Illinois American Inn of Court

2007

The Order of Barristers, The Order of Barristers

2006

Moot Court Board, Southern Illinois University School of Law

2006

Southern Illinois American Inn of Court, Southern Illinois American Inn of Court

2005

Moot Court Board, Southern Illinois University School of Law

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Coffee Ward & Bower, LLP

2008 - 2014

Attorney, Cordell & Cordell

Associations

2010 - Present

St. Clair County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

2003

Saint Louis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Southern Illinois University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Cordell & Cordell Domestic Litigation Forum

Domestic Litigation

2013

Cordell & Cordell CLE

Ethics

2012

Cordell & Cordell Domestic Litigation Forum

Domestic Litigation

Languages

English

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