Atty. L. Steven Rakowski

Atty. L. Steven Rakowski

L. Steven Rakowski is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, probate and 8 other areas of law.

Northbrook Northbrook 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (224) 461-8024 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About L. Steven Rakowski at a glance

L. Steven Rakowski is a Member based in Northbrook, Illinois, practicing at L. Steven Rakowski. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, probate, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1990) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1990). Educated at John Marshall Law School (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1986). Active member of Lake County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Northbrook, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • L. Steven Rakowski is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, probate and 8 other areas of law
  • L. received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • L. practices at L. Steven Rakowski in Northbrook, IL

Practice Areas Explained

L. Steven Rakowski's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases L. Steven Rakowski handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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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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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 Northbrook 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 L. Steven Rakowski

Where is L. Steven Rakowski's law office located?
L. Steven Rakowski's law practice is located in Northbrook, Illinois. The firm is L. Steven Rakowski. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does L. Steven Rakowski handle?
L. Steven Rakowski focuses on divorce, child custody, contracts, probate, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has L. Steven Rakowski practiced law?
L. Steven Rakowski has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did L. Steven Rakowski go to law school?
L. Steven Rakowski earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact L. Steven Rakowski for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
John Marshall Law School
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1990

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