Atty. Scott J. Farrell

Atty. Scott J. Farrell

Scott J. Farrell is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, divorce and 4 other areas of law.

Barrington Barrington 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott J. Farrell at a glance

Scott J. Farrell is an Associate based in Barrington, Illinois. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 2001) and DePaul University College of Commerce (B.S. DePaul, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of McHenry County (Treasurer, 2007 Vice President, 2008), Lake County, Kane County, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Barrington, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott J. Farrell is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, divorce and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.S. degree from DePaul University College of Commerce in 1992, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Scott practices in Barrington, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Scott J. Farrell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott J. Farrell 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

Scott J. Farrell is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Illinois →

Alimony / Spousal Support

Scott J. Farrell is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony 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 Barrington 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 Scott J. Farrell

Where is Scott J. Farrell's law office located?
Scott J. Farrell's law practice is located in Barrington, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott J. Farrell handle?
Scott J. Farrell focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Scott J. Farrell practiced law?
Scott J. Farrell has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Scott J. Farrell go to law school?
Scott J. Farrell earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. DePaul, 1992).
How can I contact Scott J. Farrell for a consultation?
You can contact Scott J. Farrell 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.
What awards or recognition has Scott J. Farrell received?
Scott J. Farrell's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 2001
B.S. DePaul
DePaul University College of Commerce
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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