Reviews

Even though my divorce was relatively uncomplicated, it still came with its own baggage of shock and anxiety. Dean and his team helped me through every step of the process, patiently answering my questions, directing me to next steps. My enquiries were always met with a timely response.

I contacted Mr. Taradash over four years ago in a very desperate and lost situation. He assured me that he knew how to help. Even through a very messy divorce process which is ongoing, he has stood by in the most understanding patient way possible. Someone I've been able to trust. Just recently acquiring a 2 year plenary protection order for myself and my son. It's all still sinking in. I'm grateful that Dean was recommended to me by a peer whom also showered him with accolades. I can't imagine having navigated my case with a better counsel. I would whole heartedly recommend him to anyone. Thank you, Dean.

After having my consultation with Dean, I knew that he was the best for for me! He is compassionate, understanding and fierce. He was always straightforward with me and answered my questions with honesty. My ex was very difficult to work with, but Dean knew exactly how to handle any situations that arose. There were kids involved and the divorce was a nasty battle, but he always handled it with dignity and was always very respectful. He is there for you in the long-run, even after the divorce is finalized. He will continue to answer questions and guide you down the right path. He is amazing in court and always fought for what was right for myself and for the kids. It's evident that he is in this to seek out what is in the best interests of his client. I highly recommend Dean to anyone that needs help with navigating life during such a hard time!

Dean knows how to fight and get you the positive outcome that you and your family deserve. He knows how to apply the law and is incredible at strategizing. Dean understood the ultimate goal my family had and worked flawlessly to execute it. I was blindsided by a court order that held me in contempt. It was a difficult situation, and I was desperate to find a great, reliable attorney who would not only fight for me but would help resolve an issue that for years threatened the financial future of my only child. I wanted this to be over quickly and for good. After spending sleepless nights researching best divorce attorneys, the stars aligned and I was blessed to find Dean, who never left my side since then. While sifting through several years' worth of emails and listening to me sharing every detail of information, Dean was relentlessly patient, took it all in, analyzed it, developed a plan of action and masterfully created motions that refuted every allegation. After having attended every hearing for the last seven years, Dean gave me comfort in knowing that I don’t have to be present at a status hearing. He took charge and handled everything. We were dealing with a difficult, uncooperative ex, who wanted only money. Dean saw right through him, and with his unmatched wit, no nonsense approach and incredibly sharp intellect, Dean put an end to the abusive cycle once it for all by tactfully creating a settlement that eventually won back what was rightfully ours. Despite all of his great qualities, Dean is still affordable. I wished I would have met Dean years ago. In just a few months, Dean accomplished what five previous attorneys couldn't do in seven years. Dean could have stopped others from taking advantage and could have given back to me the life that my family deserved to have. I highly recommend Dean to anyone who’s uncertain about finding a high-quality attorney, to those who have lost hope, to those who are tired of spending their life’s savings on attorneys and having their sanity being dragged through continuances and trivial motions. Dean Taradash is a moral and ethical attorney who is the best advocate you will ever have because he cares about his clients. He has a passion for the job, he is a master at communicating, he is incredibly responsive with a calm and level-headed demeanor and has a trustworthiness and emotional awareness about him like no other attorney I have ever seen. He helped me walk away with my dignity and became an example for my child. Dean changed the course of our lives and he’s got the gift and unmatched talent to change yours.

As you will find out if you become involved in a divorce proceeding in Illinois, the law and the system here treat those involved poorly. The only solution is to find a lawyer, who is honest, and knows how to get the job done efficiently. Mr. Taradash enabled me to bypass a tremendous amount of painful, expensive time and money wasting which my ex-wife's gutter attorney was constantly pushing me into. In the end, we legally and honorably humiliated possibly the sleaziest lawyer in Chicago and reached a favorable settlement with her so that she did not receive a reward for her vile behavior during the marriage. Mr. Taradash quoted me a figure at the outset, and I never even saw a bill. The closest thing I got to a bill was a text saying, "We're square." If you think you will be able to find another attorney like that, good luck. I am truly grateful to him for protecting me from the malice of that gutter attorney and my ex-wife both in terms of my assets and not having to deal with them.

In addition to knowing his stuff, Dean was very supportive during a process that was emotionally difficult. He listened and helped me every step of the way in the divorce process. Dean was very responsive and everything was handled very professionally. Highly recommend.

I was in a very complicated situation that involved an order of protection against my ex and then getting subpoenaed to his custody case and having to be a witness. My exes attorneys used my testimony against me and then submitted a motion to try to dismiss my order of protection. Being a victim of abuse causes a lot of trauma and unfortunately victims often do not have the resources and support that they need. I felt completely lost and helpless. I reached out and consulted with multiple lawyers. Dean stood out by far compared to the many other lawyers I spoke with. He was very responsive, great with communication, and was willing to answer questions I had at all hours of the day when most attorneys are not so easy to get a hold of and do not always communicate everything in a timely manner. But he took the time out of his day and what he was doing to respond to me and helped immensely with the concerns I was having in those moments. I think being able to openly and freely communicate with an attorney comfortably is extremely important. He did above and beyond what he needed to do for me and I am so grateful that I was able to consult with him. I highly respect him for that.

Even if you see it coming, being served with divorce papers feels like an unexpected gut punch. But what about when it's bundled in with a legal filing demanding sole custody? Many attorneys fight fire with fire as a way to "help" get the kids "back". Strong and stupid both start with the same letter, but so does stoic. Dean's approach is more powerful because it is straightforward, diplomatic, and compassionate; no doubt influenced by his own experiences growing up through divorce. In the Basil divorce situation, this saved months, if not years, of righteously fueled court wars. More money can be earned, but we can never get back time, and our children only grow up once. Dean helped me never forget this principle as a way to audit my decision-making when I was feeling amped up. My children are the main benefactors, and he would never expect for this type of debt to be repaid. I never felt gouged like I did with other attorney billing practices. With the benefit of hindsight, it is clear that the services provided by Dean's firm were worth every penny and then some. Frankly, I don't know how he and his staff put up with my petulant tantrums; I guess this is what makes them true professionals! All things considered, I am forever grateful to have chosen this path.

My ex dragged me into another battle. I knew this time I could not negotiate my way out of avoiding court and that I needed an attorney who could eloquently represent me and my son in front of the Judge. Dean did 3 huge things that caused us to be very successful. 1.) He help calm me down, I had a lot of fear and anxiety. 2.) Dean's focused on talking me through what was important for my son and how flexible we could be in order to make a favorable deal. 3.) Dean was a rock star in front of the Judge, Dean was born to do this. Dean was always two steps in front of the opposition. Dean is extremely composed, unemotional and logical and knows when to strike. Dean's emotional IQ is off the charts. I highly recommend Dean Taradash.

Dean wasn't the first attorney hired dealing with my long, convoluted and extremely stressful case but he was the first person who had case resolved when said he would. His dedication, expertise and integrity, all contributed to that fact! He utilzed legal strategies and solutions that were both smart and cost-effective. I would like to express my immense appreciation and gratitude to Dean for being so knowledgeable, compassionate and resourceful! Many, many thanks !!!

Having to go through a divorce is difficult enough, but having to work with multiple attorneys across different states makes it much more complex. I was lucky enough to have Dean on my side! Dean represented me wonderfully in Chicago, worked professionally with my primary attorney in my home state, was transparent and communicated with me every step of the way. He was direct and honest (which is exactly what I needed - no beating around the bush or giving me false hope) and knew exactly how to handle my case Dean has been great to work with, and anyone who needs a divorce lawyer should look no further than Dean Taradash!

Dean is the best family and divorce lawyer and you want him in your team. Dean is helping me get through a very difficult time. Dean is highly effective and competent attorney. He delivers result better than other attorneys and charges many times lower than other attorneys. I have found Dean to be very direct, and he keeps the discussion focused on what is important for the case. He knows the law very well, tells you the range of outcome based on law, and doesn’t overpromise. I would highly recommend Dean anyone going through divorce before wasting your money with other attorneys. Also – Dean is always available when I have a question or I need to talk to him.