Atty. Mary E. Brandes

Atty. Mary E. Brandes

Mary E. Brandes is a lawyer practicing family law, appeals, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law.

Lake Bluff Lake Bluff 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (331) 871-8443 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mary E. Brandes at a glance

Mary E. Brandes is a divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and prenup attorney based in Lake Bluff, Illinois. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990), and Illinois (1999). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1990) and University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Lake Bluff, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mary E. Brandes is a lawyer practicing family law, appeals, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law
  • Mary received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana in 1987, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Mary practices in Lake Bluff, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mary E. Brandes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mary E. Brandes 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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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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Child Support

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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

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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 Lake Bluff 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 Mary E. Brandes

Where is Mary E. Brandes's law office located?
Mary E. Brandes's law practice is located in Lake Bluff, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mary E. Brandes handle?
Mary E. Brandes focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, prenup. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mary E. Brandes practiced law?
Mary E. Brandes has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Mary E. Brandes go to law school?
Mary E. Brandes earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Mary E. Brandes for a consultation?
You can contact Mary E. Brandes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1990
B.A.
University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
Illinois
Admitted: 1999

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