Atty. Susan D. Shivers

Atty. Susan D. Shivers

Susan D. Shivers is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, marriage & prenuptials and 3 other areas of law.

Geneva Geneva 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Susan D. Shivers at a glance

Susan D. Shivers is a Member based in Geneva, Illinois, practicing at Susan D. Shivers Attorney at Law. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on family law, child support, prenup, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1986) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1986). Educated at John Marshall Law School J.D. with honors (—) and Miami University B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of DuPage County, Kane County (Chair, Professional Responsibility Committee), Chicago, Illinois State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Geneva, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Susan D. Shivers is a lawyer practicing family law, child support, marriage & prenuptials and 3 other areas of law
  • Susan received a B.A. degree from Miami University, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Susan practices at Susan D. Shivers Attorney at Law in Geneva, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Susan D. Shivers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Susan D. Shivers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Susan D. Shivers is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Geneva 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 Susan D. Shivers

Where is Susan D. Shivers's law office located?
Susan D. Shivers's law practice is located in Geneva, Illinois. The firm is Susan D. Shivers Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Susan D. Shivers handle?
Susan D. Shivers focuses on family law, child support, prenup, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Susan D. Shivers practiced law?
Susan D. Shivers has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Susan D. Shivers go to law school?
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How can I contact Susan D. Shivers for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Susan D. Shivers received?
Susan D. Shivers's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

John Marshall Law School J.D. with honors
- In Progress
Miami University B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1986

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