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Atty. Rufus V. Barner III

Atty. Rufus V. Barner III

Rufus V. Barner III is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce & separation, child support and 5 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 13 yrs experience 13 year
Call (224) 801-3757 Book Appointment

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About Rufus V. Barner III at a glance

Rufus V. Barner III is a divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2013). Educated at John Marshall Law School, Chicago (JD, 2013). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Rufus V. Barner III is a lawyer practicing child custody, divorce & separation, child support and 5 other areas of law
  • Rufus has been licensed for 13 years
  • Rufus practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Rufus V. Barner III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rufus V. Barner III 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

Rufus V. Barner III is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Rufus V. Barner III is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

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

Rufus V. Barner III is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

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 Rufus V. Barner III

Where is Rufus V. Barner III's law office located?
Rufus V. Barner III's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rufus V. Barner III handle?
Rufus V. Barner III focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Rufus V. Barner III practiced law?
Rufus V. Barner III has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Rufus V. Barner III go to law school?
Rufus V. Barner III earned their education at (JD, 2013).
How can I contact Rufus V. Barner III for a consultation?
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Education

JD
John Marshall Law School, Chicago
- 2013

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2013

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