Stephanie Berardi

Associate

P 312.855.4342

Stephanie Berardi is an associate in the Trust Administration & Litigation practice and focuses on trust and estate controversies, business succession disputes and guardianship administration. She has substantial experience rigorously representing clients at all stages of complex litigation including, but not limited to, matters involving will and trust contests, breach of fiduciary duty claims, breach of contract claims, financial exploitation claims, and other related disputes. Stephanie appreciates how her counsel and advocacy can make a significant difference in the lives of her clients as they face challenging decisions.

Overview

As an associate in the Trust Administration & Litigation practice group, Stephanie approaches each matter with heartfelt empathy and listens to clients’ concerns with little judgment and much compassion. She concentrates her practice on trust and estate disputes, family business succession conflicts and estate, trust and guardianship administration matters. Deeply committed to helping clients navigate complex legal issues, she finds this area of law particularly rewarding as it allows her to make a meaningful impact on her clients lives.

From the time she participated in debate in high school and developed a passion for oral arguments, Stephanie knew she wanted to be a lawyer. She appreciates having a career that is centered around communication and advocacy. Stephanie approaches her practice with responsiveness and ardent creativity, consistently exploring multiple avenues and strategies to provide the best possible solutions for her clients. She views each case as an opportunity to integrate the law with the facts in innovative ways to achieve optimal outcomes. Recognizing the emotional weight of matters involving family, illness, aging and death, Stephanie takes pride in offering thoughtful guidance to clients during some of the most difficult times in their lives.

Outside of the office, Stephanie enjoys exploring new restaurants, is an avid reader and is passionate about animal welfare. She volunteers with the Anti-Cruelty Society and is the proud owner of a dachshund named Rocco, whom she adores and brings along with her on adventures.

Credentials

Education
The University of Illinois Urbana/Champaign, Political Science and Communications and Leadership Studies, 2017
DePaul University, Juris Doctor, 2020

Noteworthy
  • Illinois Rising Star, selected by Super Lawyers (2024 – 2025)
  • Named Among Best Lawyers Ones to Watch for Trusts and Estates, Elder Law (2023 – 2025)