Ms. Oney has practiced in the Cook County Domestic Relations Division for over 25 years. She has handled many difficult and contentious custody cases and complex property divisions. She also has extensive trial experience in the "roller coaster" area of maintenance awards. Following an initial consultation, Ms. Oney believes it is her job to advise a client whether or not their case has merit, based on a complicated array of circumstances. She ensures that each client understands the law as it relates to his or her particular circumstances, and she does not believe in making unrealistic promises. Since starting her own firm in 1978, most of her clients have been referrals from other clients. Ms. Oney utilizes a written retainer and her clients are thoroughly advised as to potential fees.

Education:
1978 Juris Doctorate, DePaul University;
1968 Bachelor of Arts, University of Texas.

Admitted:
1978 Illinois
1978 U.S. County Appeals (7th Circuit)
1981 U.S. District Court (Northern District Illinois, Trial Bar)
1983 U.S. Superior Court

Employment History:
1978-present, Claudia Oney, P.C.

Professional Associations:
Illinois State Bar Association; Women's Bar Association;
National Employment Lawyers’ Association.

Firm:
Ms. Oney has recently invested in the latest computer hardware and software and has a connection to Westlaw; a direct internet connection; and a variety of CD-ROM materials, including the Illinois Annotated Statutes and Illinois Case Law, published by West Publishing Company. These extensive resources give Ms. Oney and her associates immediate access to constantly changing information databases, enabling them to serve clients efficiently and with accuracy.

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