Hannah Strahl is an Associate Attorney at DDV Law, Ltd. Her practice focuses on elder law, estate planning, and guardianship. She is committed to helping individuals and families navigate important legal decisions with compassion, clarity, and thoughtful planning.
Hannah developed a strong commitment to advocacy and serving underrepresented communities during her undergraduate studies at DePaul University. Her early experience in public-interest work, combined with her legal education and practical experience in elder law and estate planning, has shaped her approach to helping clients protect their interests and plan for the future.
While attending law school, Hannah gained practical experience in elder law and estate planning while working under an Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 license. She assisted clients with estate planning and guardianship matters, gaining firsthand experience helping individuals and families address complex legal and personal decisions.
Hannah also participated in the Croak Community Civil Legal Services Clinic, where she assisted Chicago-area pro bono organizations with estate planning documents for individuals who could not afford legal services. This experience strengthened her commitment to expanding access to legal services and helping individuals protect themselves and their families through thoughtful legal planning.
Hannah has consistently pursued opportunities to serve communities through public-interest work. During her undergraduate studies, she completed an internship focused on drafting international homelessness policies, and presenting to the United Nations NGO Working Group to End Homelessness.
During law school, Hannah served as Co-President of the Public Interest Law Association (PILA) and Managing Citations Editor of the DePaul Journal for Social Justice. These roles allowed her to further develop her interest in public-interest advocacy, legal research, and service to underserved communities.
Hannah earned her Bachelor of Arts in Applied Diplomacy, with a concentration in International Relations, from DePaul University in 2023. She later earned her Juris Doctor from DePaul University College of Law in 2026, along with a Certificate in Public Interest Law.
Hannah will be sworn into the Illinois Bar in November 2026.
Outside of work, Hannah enjoys dancing, attending art fairs, and spending time with her friends, family, and dogs.
