Dean Wilhelm Taradash

Dean Wilhelm Taradash is the principal attorney at Taradash Given, P.C., where he has focused exclusively on family law throughout the greater Chicagoland area since 1999. With a deep commitment to client advocacy, he provides strategic and empathetic representation in divorce, child custody, support, visitation, and other complex family law matters.

Dean earned his Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology, in 1999. He completed his undergraduate studies at DePaul University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1995. Admitted to the Illinois State Bar in 1999, Dean Wilhelm Taradash has since built a career grounded in skill, compassion, and practical legal strategy.

Dean is also a court-appointed child representative and guardian ad litem, advocating for children’s best interests in highly sensitive cases. Recognizing the emotional toll divorce and custody disputes can take, Dean focuses on guiding families through challenging transitions with clarity and respect. His clients benefit from a balance of aggressive legal action when necessary and measured, solution-oriented counsel.

Dean is known for his ability to resolve high-stakes family law disputes while prioritizing long-term stability and peace of mind for his clients. Whether through negotiation or litigation, he approaches each case with unwavering dedication to achieving the best outcomes. His compassionate, pragmatic style has earned him a reputation as a trusted and effective family law advocate.

An active member of the legal community, Dean Wilhelm Taradash holds memberships in the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Fluent in both English and German, he brings cultural understanding and accessibility to a diverse client base. With over two decades of experience, Dean remains steadfast in his mission to protect families and advocate for fairness in every case.

Law Office Affiliations

• Principal, Taradash Given, P.C.
• Member, Chicago Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• Chicago Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• DePaul University
  BA in Political Science

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