
Education
- Marquette University Law School, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Juris Doctorate – 2003
- Honors: Cum Laude
- Rockford University, Rockford, Illinois
- Masters of Business Administration – 2012
- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
- University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
- Bachelors of Business Administration – 2000
- Minor: Political Science
Bar Admissions
- State of Illinois
- State of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Illinois
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Wisconsin
- U.S. District Court Western District of Wisconsin
Pro-Bono Activities
- Travel Fastpitch Softball Coach
Certified Legal Specialties
- Certified Court Appointed Guardian Ad Litem
- SAFeR Certification – Training in Intimate Partner Violence in Child Custody and Parenting Time Cases
- Member of the Illinois Statewide Panel of Adoption Attorneys
- As a member of the Statewide Adoption Panel – Illinois, Attorney Walsh has been trained in DCFS Adoption and Guardianship cases. As a benefit to the clients, DCFS pays attorney’s fees directly to Attorney Walsh on behalf of adoptive parents and guardians.
Professional Associations
- Illinois State Bar Association, Member
- Wisconsin State Bar Association, Member
- Winnebago County Bar Association, Member
Awards And Accolades
- 2025 Lawyer Of Distinction – Family and Divorce Law
- 2025 Elite Lawery – Family Law
- 2025 Attorney And Practice – Top 10 Family Law Firm
- 2025 Best of the Best Attorneys – Top 10 Family Law Attorney
- 2025 American Association Of Attorney Advocates – Top 10 Estate Planning Attorney
- 2025 American Institute of Family Law Attorneys – 10 Best Attorneys in Illinois
- 2024 Lawyer of Distinction – Family and Divorce Law
- 2024 American Institute of Family Law Attorneys – 10 Best Attorneys in Illinois
Current Employment Position
Managing Partner
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The content and materials provided on this website are offered on an “as-is” basis, with no warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, AAAA disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement. We make no guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content found on this website or linked third-party sites. Any reliance on website content, directory listings, or external links is solely at the user’s risk. AAAA also disclaims all liability for the quality, reliability, or outcomes of legal services provided by any attorney or firm listed in the directory. Inclusion does not imply any assurance of legal outcomes or competence. Users agree that AAAA is not liable for any claims, losses, or damages arising from reliance on this website or engagement with any listed attorney or firm. The attorneys or law firms designated as Featured Attorneys or Law Firms on our homepage have paid for this inclusion. All information has been submitted by the attorneys or their authorized representatives. We do not independently verify the accuracy of this information and make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding its content.
Directory listings may be segmented by state, region, or practice area, and the directory itself may be further adjusted based on state population, geographic relevance, or other internal criteria at AAAA’s discretion. We reserve the right to modify or adjust selection criteria and methodology without prior notice. Attorneys who accept free membership will receive a basic listing only and will not receive plaques, badges, or additional promotional benefits. Press releases announcing selections may be distributed to national and local media outlets, but publication by any media outlet is not guaranteed. Press releases may be issued in bulk and on a discretionary schedule, and while AAAA aims to release them multiple times per year, this frequency may vary based on membership volume and other factors. To protect staff privacy and for administrative purposes, AAAA employees and representatives may use pseudonyms, abbreviated names, or alternate names when interacting with members, prospective members, or the public. AAAA may share ownership, partnerships, or affiliations with other legal directories, similar programs, or related organizations. Any address provided on the website is a mail handling address only and does not indicate a physical office location.
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