Rebekah Chapman
Family Law Legal Paraprofessional
Loyal • Strategic • Steadfast
Rebekah Chapman has worked in the legal profession for nearly 20 years. She was initially certified as a paralegal in 2004, after pursuing her Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Over the course of her career, she has worked with a variety of different types of law including family, juvenile, civil, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, social security, adoption cases and trust and estates. Out of all these areas of practice, Rebekah finds that family law is where she excels the most. Her favorite part about this specialty is getting to know clients and helping them get through difficult situations.
In her free time, Rebekah enjoys traveling to new places around the world, working out, reading books and spending quality time with her husband John and two sons (ages 12 and 9). As a soccer mom, Rebekah can often be found driving her children to their activities or watching football games with her husband and friends. When it comes to food, Rebekah likes trying out new dishes but has a major sweet tooth – her favorite food being cake with buttercream icing.
Quick facts about Rebekah
Education
Bachelor’s Degree, Eastern Illinois University
Master’s of Social Work, Saint Louis University
Star Sign & Enneagram Type
♊ Gemini
6 – The Loyalist. Rebekah is dependable, committed, and deeply attuned to the needs of those around her. She thrives on creating security and trust for her clients, showing up as a steady, reassuring presence during life’s most uncertain moments.
Fun Fact
Rebekah has traveled to over 20 different countries!
What it's like to work with Rebekah
Working with Rebekah means having a steady, supportive advocate in your corner. She listens closely, anticipates what clients need, and makes sure they always feel safe and well-informed. Rebekah is approachable and empathetic, but she’s also tireless in her commitment to empowering the people she serves.
Her clients feel supported, respected, and confident, knowing they have someone who genuinely cares and brings nearly two decades of experience to their case. Rebekah makes one thing clear: she’s here to help you through, every step of the way.
Getting to Know Rebekah
If you weren't in the legal profession, what would your alternative career be?
I would be a personal trainer and/or work in exercise science.
Which fictional lawyer or legal character do you resonate with the most? Why?
Probably Saul Goodman. He faced a lot of challenges to get where he was, always fought for what he wanted, and always found a way around an obstacle. Things didn’t end well for him, but he’s a survivor. With the craziness of my life and the daily stress of family law, sometimes if I just survive the day, it’s a good day.
If you could create a new law, what would it be and why?
That all family court trials must be a full day long.
If you could have a legal-themed superpower, what would it be and why?
ESP with the judges, or a magic wand to get them to make decisions that are always in the best interests of the children.
Practice Areas
With nearly 20 years in the legal profession and a Master’s in Social Work, Rebekah brings both deep legal experience and real human understanding to every client she works with. Her background spans family, juvenile, probate, adoption, and trust and estates, giving her a well-rounded perspective that helps clients feel informed, supported, and genuinely cared for.
FAMILY LAW
Family law is where Rebekah truly excels, and getting to know clients and helping them through difficult chapters is her favorite part of the work. She listens closely, explains each step in a way that fits how you learn best, and makes sure you feel safe and comfortable throughout. With Rebekah in your corner, you’ll always know what to expect and feel empowered to move forward.
FREE 15-Minute Estate Planning Consultation
Drawing on her years of experience with probate and trust and estates, Rebekah helps you understand the essentials of planning for your family’s future. In this relaxed 15-minute conversation, she’ll answer your initial questions, explain how the pieces fit together, and help you identify the right next steps, all at a comfortable pace with no pressure.