OUR TEAM
Eric R. Pfanenstiel
Founder & Principal Attorney
Eric R. Pfanenstiel
Founder & Principal Attorney
Eric Pfanenstiel combines extensive family law experience with a diverse professional background that gives him uncommon insight into complex financial, business, and custody matters. Before practicing law, Eric worked in the hospitality and technology industries—roles that demanded quick critical thinking, strong communication, and a deep focus on client service. These skills now shape his legal practice, where he brings both analytical precision and real-world practicality to every case.
Eric Pfanenstiel combines extensive family law experience with a diverse professional background that gives him uncommon insight into complex financial, business, and custody matters. Before practicing law, Eric worked in the hospitality and technology industries—roles that demanded quick critical thinking, strong communication, and a deep focus on client service. These skills now shape his legal practice, where he brings both analytical precision and real-world practicality to every case.
Eric has successfully litigated and negotiated some of the most challenging issues in family law, including high-asset divorce, executive compensation, business valuation disputes, forensic analysis, parental decision-making conflicts, and relocation matters. He is known for his strategic approach, attention to detail, and ability to resolve issues creatively while always protecting his client’s long-term interests
Eric has successfully litigated and negotiated some of the most challenging issues in family law, including high-asset divorce, executive compensation, business valuation disputes, forensic analysis, parental decision-making conflicts, and relocation matters. He is known for his strategic approach, attention to detail, and ability to resolve issues creatively while always protecting his client’s long-term interests
Honors & Recognition
Honors & Recognition
Illinois Super Lawyers (2022–2026)
Best Lawyers in America (2016–2026)
Leading Lawyers Network – Leading Lawyer & Emerging Lawyer
Education & Admissions
Education & Admissions
DePaul University College of Law, J.D., Certificate in Taxation
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, B.S. in Advertising
Admitted to Illinois Bar (2009)
Leadership & Professional Memberships
Leadership & Professional Memberships
Chicago Bar Association
DuPage County Bar Association
American Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association
DuPage Children’s Museum Next Gen Board, President

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Family transitions are difficult and stressful. The legal process shouldn’t make it harder. Contact Pfanenstiel Law Firm to schedule a confidential consultation.

Through thoughtful counsel and experienced advocacy, we help clients navigate family law matters with clarity and confidence.
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Start Moving Forward Today.
Family transitions are difficult and stressful. The legal process shouldn’t make it harder. Contact Pfanenstiel Law Firm to schedule a confidential consultation.

Through thoughtful counsel and experienced advocacy, we help clients navigate family law matters with clarity and confidence.
Contact
© 2026 The Pfanenstiel Law Firm

Start Moving
Forward Today.
Family transitions are difficult and stressful. The legal process shouldn’t make it harder. Contact Pfanenstiel Law Firm to schedule a confidential consultation.

Through thoughtful counsel and experienced advocacy, we help clients navigate family law matters with clarity and confidence.
Contact
© 2026 The Pfanenstiel Law Firm

Start Moving Forward Today.
Family transitions are difficult and stressful. The legal process shouldn’t make it harder. Contact Pfanenstiel Law Firm to schedule a confidential consultation.

Through thoughtful counsel and experienced advocacy, we help clients navigate family law matters with clarity and confidence.
Contact
© 2026 The Pfanenstiel Law Firm
