Marie Sarantakis

Marie Sarantakis is known for her focused work in domestic relations, assisting individuals facing challenging family transitions. She is experienced in high-net-worth divorce matters and helps clients understand financial, parental, and procedural issues with confidence. Her extensive involvement in mediation and collaborative methods allows families to pursue productive paths forward in difficult times.

Marie completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Philosophy at Carthage College. She later earned her Juris Doctor from The John Marshall Law School. During law school, she served on The John Marshall Law Review, earned CALI Awards in constitutional law, evidence, and white collar crime, and gained additional experience through multiple externships, including the Illinois Supreme Court.

Marie has built a respected reputation within the legal community. She has been recognized by Super Lawyers as a Rising Star, named among the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 in Illinois by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys, and selected as a Fellow of the National Association of Distinguished Counsel. She further contributes to the profession through leadership roles with the American Bar Association, the Northwest Suburban Bar Association, and the West Suburban Bar Association.

Marie Sarantakis remains committed to serving families with clarity, professionalism, and steady support, guiding clients through sensitive family law matters with skill and dedication. Marie brings practical insight to every case by combining litigation experience with training as a Mediator, Guardian ad Litem, and Fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois. She approaches each matter with careful attention to the financial and emotional aspects of family disputes, working to protect her clients’ interests while promoting resolution where possible.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Khan Nayyar & Associates, LLC
• Member, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
• Fellow, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
• Member, American Bar Association
• Co-Chair, Northwest Suburban Bar Association, Ethics Committee
• Memebr of the Board of Governors, West Suburban Bar Association
• Member, Illinois Legal Aid Online
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois

Education

• John Marshall Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Carthage College
  BA in Political Science & Philosophy

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