Atty. Mitchell John Dean

Atty. Mitchell John Dean

Mitchell John Dean is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody. Mitchell received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 2017, and has been licensed for 5 years.

Chicago Chicago 5 yrs experience 5 year
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Profile Summary

About Mitchell John Dean at a glance

Mitchell John Dean is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Merel Family Law. They have 5+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2021. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, and family law. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2021). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2021) and University of Iowa (B.A., 2017). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mitchell John Dean is a lawyer practicing family, divorce & separation, child custody
  • Mitchell received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 2017, and has been licensed for 5 years
  • Mitchell practices at Merel Family Law in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Mitchell John Dean's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell John Dean 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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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 Chicago 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 Mitchell John Dean

Where is Mitchell John Dean's law office located?
Mitchell John Dean's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Merel Family Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mitchell John Dean handle?
Mitchell John Dean focuses on divorce, child custody, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Mitchell John Dean practiced law?
Mitchell John Dean has 5+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2021.
Where did Mitchell John Dean go to law school?
Mitchell John Dean earned their education at (J.D., 2021); (B.A., 2017).
How can I contact Mitchell John Dean for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2021
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 2017

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2021

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