Illinois Family Law Attorney, Charles E. Rapin

Family law disputes are often painful and difficult. When emotions run high, people can make bad decisions that will affect them for years to come. I am Charles E. Rapin, Attorney at Law. I have more than 20 years of experience practicing law. I represent clients in Illinois and Wisconsin in family law matters. Contact my office today to schedule a free initial consultation with an experienced family law attorney.

I assist clients in a wide range of family law cases, including:

• Divorce
• Child custody
• Child support
• Enforcement actions
• Post-decree modifications
• Paternity
• Prenuptial agreements
• Adoption
• Juvenile cases - termination of parental rights, DCFS cases, parents rights

Often, the best way to resolve these issues is through mediation and negotiation. Even when the parties are angry with one another, it is important to remember that the courts do not know what is important to you and your children. I strive to help my clients reach amicable solutions. I have been a licensed arbitrator in Illinois for 20 years.

When it is not possible to reach a positive solution through negotiation, I use my extensive litigation experience to represent my clients in court. I am a former assistant state's attorney in Lake County. However the case progresses, I am careful to protect my clients' pocketbooks as well as their rights. The expense of legal matters can be substantial. It is vital to choose a lawyer who will help you limit your costs while still protecting your rights.

Attorney Profile

In my 21-year law career, I have come to understand that there are two ways to approach the practice of law: as a warrior or as a healer. I first strive to heal my client's situation if at all possible, and if not, to aggressively represent my client's interests at trial.

As an experienced Chicago Family Law Lawyer, I have practiced law in Illinois since 1986 and in Wisconsin since 1992. I am a former assistant state's attorney in Lake County, Illinois and am licensed to practice in the federal courts in the Northeast District of Illinois. I have also been a licensed Illinois arbitrator for 20 years.

I am an experienced litigator in family law, including dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, and visitation enforcement. I believe that my experience has taught me to evaluate a case fairly and impartially, allowing me to advise my client of the strengths and weaknesses of their cases.

In addition to my family law practice, I am able to assist you with probate and estate administration, estate planning, trusts, wills, criminal law, DUI/DWI, traffic violations, and white collar crime.

Bar Admissions

• Illinois, 1986
• Wisconsin, 1992
• U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois

Education

• DePaul University, B.A., 1984

Professional Associations and Memberships

• Illinois State Bar Association
• Wisconsin Bar Association
• American Bar Association

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Location : Grayslake, IL

Practice Areas: Divorce