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Shelley B. Ballard Divorce & Family Law Attorney in Evanston, IL

Evanston, IL 60201

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In Evanston, Illinois, Shelley B. Ballard works with individuals and families navigating divorce and related issues such as domestic violence, divorce mediation, marital property, and divorce.

Shelley B. Ballard helps clients in Evanston and throughout Illinois with divorce and family law matters.

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Updated: October 13, 2026 · General information, not legal advice

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Family law matters in Evanston

Family Law Attorney in Evanston, IL

Divorce Lawyer in Evanston, IL

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Phone: +13123160912

Address: 1500 Oak Ave, Unit 4E · Evanston, IL 60201

Website: https://www.sballardlaw.com

Background

Licensed state: Illinois

Licensed since: 1987

Law school: Northwestern University School of Law

Education: BS, Engineering Science, Magna cum laude, Vanderbilt University School of Engineering, 1979; Northwestern University School of Law, Cum Laude, Order of the Coif

Certifications: Cook County Adoption Court, Guardian Ad Litem for minors, 2012 – 2017; Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Panel Attorney, 2002 to Present

Professional activity: Chicago Bar Association Adoption Law Committee, Chair, 1993 - 1994, 2005 - 2006, 2023 - 2024; Illinois State Bar Association, Member

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