Atty. Dwayne Douglas
I am committed to providing affordable, quality legal services in family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, child support, adoptions, contempt proceedings, and all other family law matters, here in Lake County, and throughout the Chicago area. My practice is primarily concentrated in family law matters and appeals.
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Dwayne Douglas is a Principal based in Bannockburn, Illinois, practicing at Dwayne Douglas. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (1991). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1990) and Northern Illinois University (B.A. Psychology, 1987). Active member of Lake County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Bannockburn, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- I am committed to providing affordable, quality legal services in family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, child support, adoptions, contempt proceedings, and all other family law matters, here in Lake County, and throughout the Chicago area
- My practice is primarily concentrated in family law matters and appeals
- I am the former President of the Jefferson Inn of Court, a Lake County organization committed to professionalism and ethics, and the former Vice-Chair and Chair of the Family Law Committee of the Lake County Bar Association
- I have frequently written and spoken on new developments in the law
- I am honored that I have been selected to the 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Super Lawyers lists
- These lists recognize no more than 5% of the attorneys in the State of Illinois
- My office is in Lake Bluff, and I serve the Moraine Township government as a Township Trustee
- You can find more information on my website at
- If you require representation in a divorce, another family law matter, or an appeal, do not hesistate to contact me
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Dwayne Douglas's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dwayne Douglas handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Illinois
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Bannockburn are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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