Reviews for Attorney Katie VanDeusen
Divorce, Child Custody, Collaborative Law, Mediation
Primary Location:
Schaumburg, IL
Arlington Heights, IL
Naperville, IL
Experience:
Licensed Since 2011
I was warned by friends and family early in my divorce journey “make sure you hire a good attorney”. With that said, I wish I had hired Katie VanDeusen at Sterling Lawyers, LLC years ago. To my own determent, and to the determent of children, my first attorney was terrible. I agreed to things that thought I “had” to agree to (despite having nearly 50/50 custody) that should have never been on paper. As my kids grew older and times changed, the financial burden of original divorce agreement became nearly crippling. My former spouse refused to negotiate outside of court and actually demanded MORE. I approached Katie with my original divorce agreement, and she evaluated it and all the substantial changes that had occurred over the years since the original agreement was filed. She built several arguments around the facts and made a case for a modification. This was not “homework free” on my end. She provided clear directions on actions that I had to take to further prove cohabitation and a modification of child support. Order modification cases can be messy and time consuming and mine was no exception. The fee structure at her firm was a relief…no nickel and diming me for calls and billable hours. For a lump sum, Katie and her team stuck it out with me and were just as responsive on last day as they were on the first. At the end of the day, a strong case was made to end maintenance and modify child support. The facts were presented at pre-trail hearings. Soon after, my former spouse settled outside of court to nearly every one of my demands. This was a huge relief. If you’re looking to get your divorce right the first time, Katie is your person. If you’re look to modify your divorce….run, don’t walk ,to her office for a consultation.
You did a wonderful job
I appreciated the frank and open conversation.
I love Katie! She is a terrific representative. She stays on top of the situation, which shows her diligence and dedication to her clients. Would recommend in a heartbeat.
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Bar Memberships
State Bar of Illinois
Admission Since 2011
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Education
The John Marshall Law School
Doctor of Jurisprudence (2011)
Graduated Cum Laude
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Memberships
Honors & Awards
Rising Star Award Winner
Consecutive Years: 2018 – Present
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Top 10 Illinois Attorney (2021 – Present)
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 (2019 – 2020, 2024)
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