Stephanie L. Tang

Stephanie L. Tang

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 10 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

About Stephanie

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Including allocation of parental responsibilities (formerly known as custody), child support, marital and non-marital property division, spousal maintenance (formerly known as alimony), and other financial issues related to divorce.

11 years

40%
Child Custody 20%

Under the Revised Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act, child custody is now "Allocation of Parental Responsibility."

11 years

20%
Child Support 20%

11 years

20%
Family 20%

Including drafting of pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.

11 years

20%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 3 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2022

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 10 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2015

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

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Stephanie L. Tang's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Communication Style

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..., responsive, and up to date with every detail of my case even though there were lulls in activity as we waited for the other party. I was treated with respect and care. I felt like Stephanie and Kogut & Wilson were considerate of my expenses and worked efficiently to reduce costs. I highly recommend working with Stephanie Tang and Kogut & Wilson.

Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent representation!

Stephanie provided terrific service, listening to my needs, being fully prepared and obtaining a favorable result at a reasonable expense. I am an attorney and had used other family law attorneys in the past, and I can say without exception that I would recommend her and her firm to anyone.

Posted by Rory | June 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Extremely hard working and well organized

Stephanie is an extremely hard working and well organized attorney. Stephanie always replied to my emails and made herself available whenever I needed consultation. She did a great job translating all the legal terminology for my understanding. Her calm disposition was another great asset. A lot of... things had to go right in my case, but even if they hadn't, I was confident that Stephanie was always providing me with the best representation. She was a voice of reason that helped keep me anchored in a very difficult period of my life. Stephanie is a true professional and a great person to have on your side.

Posted by Barry | September 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Capable and personable

You want a smart, capable, well prepared attorney on your side, and Stephanie's all that. She's also empathetic, and it's hard to put a price on that. She gave me good advice and listened to my opinions and questions. She let me know what to expect every step of the way, and that proved enormously he...lpful and reassuring. I'd recommend Stephanie to anyone.

Posted by Julia | August 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Social Security Disability

Hand in glove

Stephanie Tang was the lawyer at Kogut and Wilson, who worked with our attorney, Bryan Wilson, when he was unable to represent our disabled daughter at some hearings, during the prosecution of three separate cases. While she was not the lead lawyer for us, she masterfully acquainted herself with ou...r daughter’s usual circumstances, and was able to speak persuasively and successfully in the courtroom on her behalf. Stephanie also has a deep empathy for the stress involved in her clients’ journies, while holding a very professional and knowledge-based line in her work. As a family, we were very grateful that Stephanie was able to guide our cases when Bryan was unavailable. She eased into that role like hand in glove; and furthermore, we would completely trust her capacities as a lead.

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Stephanie L. Tang's Lawyer Endorsements

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Deborah Lollis

Family lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. She is smart, professional and well prepared. She is a compassionate advocate for her clients."

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Olga Allen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Marie Sarantakis

Family lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Mark Scott

Family lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Ashley Weis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Friend

"Stephanie is extremely hardworking, understanding, and intelligent. She is passionate about her work and genuinely cares about her clients."

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Marie Sarantakis

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

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

Work Experience

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)

Associations

2020 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Secretary - Family Law Section Council

2019 - Present

Center for Disability and Elder Law Young Professionals Board

Secretary

2017 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section

Case Law Update Sub-Committee Chair

2016 - Present

Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Young Lawyers Division Council Member

2016 - Present

CARPLS

Volunteer Attorney

2016 - Present

Pro Bono Network

Volunteer Mentor/Trainer

2016 - Present

University of Illinois Family Law Advisory Board

Member

2016 - Present

NSF Domestic Violence Project (U. of Illinois)

Project Supervisor

2016 - Present

CDEL Young Professionals Board

Pro Bono/Advocacy Chair

2015 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Asian American Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

Women's Bar Association of Illinois

Committee Member

Education

2020

American Academy of Certified Financial Litigators

CFL

2016

Center for Conflict Resolution

40-Hour Mediation Certification

2016

Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

Collaborative Law Training

2015

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2012

Northwestern University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

DePaul University Family Law Symposium

The Future of Marriage and Co-Parenting

2018

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Drafting Marital Settlement Agreements

2018

Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

SB 2289: Upcoming Changes to Maintenance Law

2018

Cathay Bank

Developing a Financial Plan

2017

Northwestern University

Exploring a Career in Law

2017

Northwestern University Liberal Arts to Law: Alumni Panel

2017

Impact Makers Radio Negotiating Custody Agreements

2017

Illinois State Bar Association Tips for Young Lawyers

2017

Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois

Highlights of the 2017 Income Shares Model

2016

Pro Bono Network

Domestic Relations Case Training: Child Support and Allocation of Parental Responsibilities

2016

Pro Bono Network

Domestic Relations Case Training: Property Division and Maintenance

2016

Northwestern University Getting a J-O-B as a POC

Publications

Languages

Mandarin

English

Activity

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