Atty. Kari A. Vanderzyl

Atty. Kari A. Vanderzyl

Kari A. Vanderzyl is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, family law, appellate practice and 5 other areas of law.

Oak Brook Oak Brook 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Kari A. Vanderzyl at a glance

Kari A. Vanderzyl is a probate, family law, employment, business, and juvenile attorney based in Oak Brook, Illinois. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1995). Educated at Northern Illinois University College of Law (J.D., 1995) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Oak Brook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kari A. Vanderzyl is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, family law, appellate practice and 5 other areas of law
  • Kari received a B.A. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Kari practices in Oak Brook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Kari A. Vanderzyl's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kari A. Vanderzyl handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Juvenile Law

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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 Oak Brook 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 andnue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kari A. Vanderzyl

Where is Kari A. Vanderzyl's law office located?
Kari A. Vanderzyl's law practice is located in Oak Brook, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kari A. Vanderzyl handle?
Kari A. Vanderzyl focuses on probate, family law, employment, business, juvenile. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Kari A. Vanderzyl practiced law?
Kari A. Vanderzyl has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Kari A. Vanderzyl go to law school?
Kari A. Vanderzyl earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Kari A. Vanderzyl for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Kari A. Vanderzyl received?
Kari A. Vanderzyl's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northern Illinois University College of Law
- 1995
B.A.
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1992

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1995

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