William J. Arendt
Partner
Mr. Arendt represents clients in all phases of litigation and disputes. His practice focuses on all aspects of family law, including divorce and custody litigation, commercial litigation, and state and federal appeals. Mr. Arendt has over 25 years of trial experience in the courtroom and negotiating settlements.
Mr. Arendt opened his own law firm in 1999 in Burr Ridge, Illinois, after practicing for 14 years at a downtown Chicago litigation law firm. As a skilled, experienced, and aggressive trial lawyer, Mr. Arendt has the straight-forward and honest approach necessary to best provide effective representation to his clients. He ensures that his clients are consulted, involved, and empowered during each step of the legal process.
Practice Areas
- Family Law
- Commercial and Business Disputes
- Employment Law
- Probate Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Appeals
Bar Admissions
- Illinois State
- U.S. District Court for the
Northern District of Illinois - U.S. Supreme Court
Education
John Marshall Law School
Chicago, Illinois
Juris Doctor, 1985
Executive Editor, Law Review Journal
Loyola University
Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts, 1982
Graduated with Honors
Memberships
- Illinois State Bar Association
- DuPage County Bar Association
- Will County Bar Association