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Erin Birt, JD, CADC

Attorney Mediator
Wheaton, IL, United States

About

With over twenty years of professional experience, she serves as a family law attorney, mediator, and counselor. Her practice focuses on providing alternatives to traditional litigation through mediation and collaborative law, particularly in cases involving complex family dynamics, addiction, or mental health concerns.

Practice Areas

Child Custody & Parenting Family Law & Divorce Healthcare & Life Sciences

Professional Experience

The Law Firm of Erin N. Birt
P.C.
Birt Family Law

Publications Leadership

  • Regular contributor to firm blog on divorce and mediation topics
  • Presenter on the intersection of substance abuse and family law
  • Leadership in promoting collaborative divorce processes in Illinois

Positioning Takeaways

A dual-credentialed professional who integrates legal expertise with clinical counseling insights to resolve sensitive family law cases.

License & Certifications

  • Illinois Bar Admission
  • Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC)
  • Certified Mediator
  • Collaborative Law Certification

Education

Juris Doctor
DePaul University College of Law
Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC)
College of DuPage

Distinction

She is uniquely qualified as both a licensed attorney and a Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC), allowing her to address the intersection of legal disputes and substance use disorders.

Reputation

She is recognized for her empathetic yet structured approach to dispute resolution, particularly in high-conflict family matters where behavioral health is a factor.