The attorney you choose can be one of the most important decisions that you make in a family law case. Issues of custody, support, property division and things of that nature are issues that can change your life in the future. 

Therefore, you should choose an attorney who practices primarily family law, one who has the experience and knowledge of the law to present to you so that you will be able to make the decisions that are in your best interest. Marjorie Sher is just that person.

Education and Background

Marjorie Sher is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison (1990) and subsequently continued her education at Kent College of Law located in Chicago, where she graduated in 1993. Marjorie immediately began to practice law in Lake County, Illinois after graduation and began concentrating primarily in family law during 1996. 

Her professional career includes additional legal services including , but not limited to the following: Board Member, Vice President and subsequent President of the Association of Women Attorneys of Lake County; Secretary, Second Vice-President, First Vice-President and President-Elect of the Lake County Bar Association; presenter of seminars related to family law to the Family Law Committee, Real Estate Committee and People's Law School; Mock Trial Judge; Teen Court Judge; Co-Chair of the Legal Aid Committee and Co-Chair of the Campaign for Legal Services. 

Marjorie has a commitment to family law that is found in very few attorneys. She reads legal journals, attends continuing legal education classes on a regular basis, and volunteers her time and expertise to the community in family law related matters.

Marjorie is proud of the client relationships which she has established. Most of her clients are referrals from other satisfied clients and their friends, relatives and business associates.

The Law Office of Marjorie Sher is conveniently located less than a block west from the Lake County Courthouse. There is no fee for an initial consultation in most cases, therefore, contact Marjorie today to schedule an appointment. You will not be disappointed.

Associations & Positions Held 

Lake County Bar Association Member 1993 to present 
Lake County Bar Association President 2013-2014
Lake County Bar Association First Vice-President 2011-1012
Lake County Bar Association Second Vice-President 2010-2011
Lake County Bar Association Secretary 2008-2010
Lake County Bar Association Member at Large 2007-2008
Association of Women's Attorney's Member 1994 to present 
Association of Women's Attorney's Board of Directors 1998 to 2002 
Association of Women's Attorney's Vice President 2003 to 2004 
Association of Women's Attorneys President 2004 to 2006 
Illinois State Bar Association Member 1992 to present 
Frequent Volunteer at A Safe Place 
Participating Member of the Volunteer Lawyer Service 
Court appointed mediator and child representative for custody and visitation matters 
Member of Volunteer Mediation Program 
Member of Executive Board of Lake County Bar Association 2007-2008 
Co-Chair Legal Aid Committee 2008-2010
Co-Chair Campaign for Legal Services 2008-2010

2005 Recipient of the Volunteer Lawyer’s Award for helping the indigent residents of Lake County