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ELIZABETH C. THOMPSON

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As a dedicated family law attorney, I am passionate about guiding my clients through some of life’s most challenging moments. My mission is to provide personalized legal support that empowers families to move forward with confidence.

Education


  • J.D., University of California College of the Law (Hastings)
    - Special Status Student at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign College of Law
  • B.A., University of Illinois Urbana Champaign


Bar Association Memberships

 

  • Illinois Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • Illinois Family Law Association

 

Community Involvement


Mrs. Thompson is an active member of the Evanston Paws and Claws Cat Rescue. She also participates in the annual Lavelle Law Charities Food Drive.


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Understanding Grandparent Visitation Rights in Illinois
By Elizabeth C. Thompson November 19, 2025
While Illinois law recognizes that grandparents can play a vital role in a child’s life, it also strongly defers to the rights of parents. A grandparent seeking visitation must overcome a high legal threshold and demonstrate that denial of contact would likely harm the child’s well-being.