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Stephanie Tang is a Partner at Kogut & Wilson, L.L.C. Stephanie represents individuals in all aspects of family and matrimonial law proceedings. She strives to provide personalized attention to all of her clients and walk them through each step of the litigation or settlement process. Her effective communication and organizational skills help clients feel comfortable and prepared through one of the most stressful times of their lives. As a certified mediator, Associate with the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, and member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Stephanie is able to offer clients an alternative to resolve their divorce outside of the courtroom.
Stephanie is a graduate from University of Illinois College of Law, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude with pro bono notation. In 2017, Stephanie was selected among over 2,300 volunteer attorneys to receive the Distinguished Service Award for outstanding pro bono services by the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, Chicago’s first and pre-eminent legal aid organization. In 2019, Stephanie was recognized as “Young Lawyer of the Year” by the Illinois State Bar Association.
Outside of her involvement in this legal organization, Stephanie is also an Adjunct Professor in Legal Writing for Loyola University School of Law. She teaches first-year law students effective legal writing techniques for formal legal memoranda and trial briefs, and helps them develop their writing skills for future legal practice.
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Acquired: 2022
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Acquired: 2015
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Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional Work
I am incredibly happy with the legal services I received from Stephanie Tang at Kogut & Wilson. Stephanie was compassionate, knowledgeable, and an excellent communicator. While I am sure Stephanie managed more than one case at a time, I always felt like a priority. Stephanie was impressively prepared...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Good
I felt Stephanie was patient and competent and felt comfortable working with her directly. I was surprised to be charged more than my retainer based on the amount of work that was done/communication that was had but that was fine. Ultimately, I was most uncomfortable with my experience during the act...
Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing Attorney
Attorney Stephanie Tang at Kogut Wilson was an amazing help to me. From the day she took my case until the case was finalized successfully, she was always very responsive and always gave me excellent advice. Very professional service, highly recommended!
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Wonderful, communicative, and easy to work with
Stephanie was truly a gem to work with throughout the messy and needlessly complicated divorce process. Although my (now ex!) partner and I decided to go pro se, the convoluted process of knowing which documents to draft, how to file, and who to email what to, was too much for my non-legally trained ...
Posted by Kimberly | February 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Wonderful experience in a tumultuous environment
Stephanie is very professional, patient, compassionate and organized. She kept me calm while I dealt with a very frustrating case. I’d recommend her to anyone needing family law!
"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, professional and well prepared. She is a compassionate advocate for her clients."
"Stephanie Tang is a tremendous asset to the family law community. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and current events in this industry which allow her to develop strategies for her clients that are creative and beneficial. Aside from her diligence, Stephanie demonstrates empathy for her clients, and defends their interests, but does so in a respectful manner which makes her a pleasure to work with."
"I had the pleasure of working with Ms. Tang as opposing counsel in a family law matter. She demonstrated the utmost knowledge and professionalism during the representation of her client. I endorse this lawyer."
"Stephanie is an exceptionally bright and hard-working attorney. She is dedicated to her clients and works tirelessly on their behalf. Anyone going through the difficulties of a divorce would be grateful to have Stephanie as their listener and advocate and wise to have her as their attorney."
"Stephanie is extremely hardworking, understanding, and intelligent. She is passionate about her work and genuinely cares about her clients."
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Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Young Lawyer of the Year Award, Illinois State Bar Association
2019
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network
2018
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Emerging Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network
2017
Distinguished Service Award, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
2016
Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Marguerite L. Rickert Award for Excellence in Service, University of Illinois College of Law
2015
Marguerite L. Rickert Award for Excellence in Legal Writing, University of Illinois College of Law
2014
Excellence for the Future Award: Regulations of Financial Inst., The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2013
Excellence for the Future Award in Family Law, The Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI)
2013
Celia M. Howard Fellow, Illinois Federation of Business and Professional Women
2017 - 2021
Associate Attorney, Kogut & Wilson, L.L.C.
2015 - 2017
Associate, Hurst, Robin, & Kay, LLC
2014 - 2014
Judicial Extern, McHenry County Circuit Court (Judge Michael J. Chmiel)
2014 - 2014
Law Clerk, Phebus & Koester LLP
2014 - 2014
Summer Associate, Hurst, Robin, & Kay, LLC
2013 - 2013
Judicial Extern, Cook County Circuit Court (Judge Debra B. Walker)
2013 - 2013
Judicial Extern, Champaign County Circuit Court (Judge Holly F. Clemons)
2020 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationSecretary - Family Law Section Council
2019 - Present
Center for Disability and Elder Law Young Professionals BoardSecretary
2017 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law SectionCase Law Update Sub-Committee Chair
2016 - Present
Chicago Volunteer Legal ServicesVolunteer Attorney
2016 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationYoung Lawyers Division Council Member
2016 - Present
CARPLSVolunteer Attorney
2016 - Present
Pro Bono NetworkVolunteer Mentor/Trainer
2016 - Present
University of Illinois Family Law Advisory BoardMember
2016 - Present
NSF Domestic Violence Project (U. of Illinois)Project Supervisor
2016 - Present
CDEL Young Professionals BoardPro Bono/Advocacy Chair
2015 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Asian American Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2016
Women's Bar Association of IllinoisCommittee Member
2020
CFL
2016
40-Hour Mediation Certification
2016
Collaborative Law Training
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2012
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
The Future of Marriage and Co-Parenting
2018
2018
SB 2289: Upcoming Changes to Maintenance Law
2018
Developing a Financial Plan
2017
Exploring a Career in Law
2017
2017
2017
2017
Highlights of the 2017 Income Shares Model
2016
Domestic Relations Case Training: Child Support and Allocation of Parental Responsibilities
2016
Domestic Relations Case Training: Property Division and Maintenance
2016
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Legal Answers
How do I file for divorce if my spouse lives in another state? I live in Illinois, spouse in Texas.
07 Mar 2016
How to get child support taken from paycheck?
17 Feb 2016
In my divorce I was to receive half of my ex husbands pension, do I need to wait until he retires to receive this money?
27 Jan 2016