Top best General Practice Lawyers Near me in ZIP 60601

With finely-honed skills in both negotiation and litigation, Michelle has spent her entire career assisting high-net-worth individuals and their spouses protect and preserve their assets during divorce. She has in-depth training and experience in the analysis of executive compensation packages, valuation of closely-held businesses, and other complex, hard-to-value assets and income streams.. As co-author of the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education Family Law Flash Points, Michelle is knowledgeable about the cutting edge trends in family law. She uses this insight and research to negotiate favorable outcomes for her clients and help them make the best decisions based on the current developments in the law.. Michelle works with her clients to clarify and articulate their goals by asking how they would like to see their lives after the conclusion of their family law matter. She knows that the answers will vary widely, as the goals of a business owner nearing retirement will be vastly different from those of a young mother of three children. She also explains the three primary methods of resolving disputes to the client which include mediation, the collaborative model, and traditional litigation, and works with the client to determine which is the most appropriate avenue for their individual case.. While out-of-court-settlement is the primary goal, Michelle’s talent as a litigator makes her a very effective advocate for her clients in court, if such route is necessary. She has successfully prosecuted and defended cases at the trial and appellate levels.. A graduate of the American Bar Association’s Advanced Trial Advocacy Institute focusing exclusively on business valuations, Michelle has been recognized in Best Lawyers of America (2015), an Illinois Super Lawyer (2013-2015), an Illinois Rising Star Attorney (2012), and by the Leading Lawyers Network (2012-2015). She is also a past recipient of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s “40 Under 40” award. She is a certified Divorce Financial Analyst and also holds certifications in Collaborative Law and mediation.. Michelle is a frequent author and lecturer on family law subjects and currently co-authors the IICLE Family Law Flash Points with Donald C. Schiller. She served as liaison to the committee responsible for reviewing and redrafting the Cook County local court rules which govern domestic relations cases and is a Past-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Domestic Relations Committee.

William P. Foley is a partner with Roth Law Group. He concentrates his practice on commercial law with a focus on litigation. Will's experience includes a range of complex commercial litigation matters including contract litigation, construction litigation, fraud and litigation associated with competitive public bidding.. Will’s accounting background and practical experience as an auditor are put to use in almost every case at Roth Law Group. He is a highly skilled litigator with unmatched attention to detail.. J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, Illinois, 2007. B.A., University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin, 2001 Majors: Finance & Accounting, With Honors. American Bar Association

Recognizing that, regardless of whether you are a stay at home parent, a business-person or a professional, experiencing any legal process in your personal life is unnerving, Anita Ventrelli focuses her practice on getting to know each client as an individual and tailoring communications and the case strategy to his or her needs and goals which can sometimes be moving targets.  Anita, a partner in the firm, represents professionals, athletes, executives, entrepreneurs, and those who value their wealth, lifestyle, and well-being.  Although she is an experienced litigator, she is equally comfortable devising smart settlement solutions for her clients.  She utilizes her analytical skills to master both facts and finances for an optimum position for her clients at trial or settlement.Anita prides herself on giving each client an honest assessment of how the process will work for him or her.  She educates clients on their available options and the consequences of those options.  As a result, her clients are confident in the plan of action they choose to pursue their goals.  Knowing that their lawyer is planning for their interests, investigating all options, and keeping their cases focused, helps Anita’s clients reduce their stress and stay strong throughout the process.Anita’s peers respect her courtroom results and have recommended her for inclusion amongst a group of elite family law practitioners.  Since 1997, she has been a fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  In 2003, the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin named her one of  “40 Attorneys Under 40 Illinois Attorneys to Watch.”  Since 2005, she has been recognized as an Illinois Super Lawyer.  Anita has also been included in the Leading Lawyers Network and the Best Lawyers of America. Anita is also On the Board and Faculty of the American Bar Association/National Institute of Trial Advocacy Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute.

Mr. Ian Zenziper is a Chicago personal injury attorney at the law offices of Goldberg Weisman Cairo that has successfully recovered more than $45,000, in compensation for his clients.. Focusing his practice in the areas of automotive accidents, medical malpractice, animal bites and other types of complex litigation, Ian has been named a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association and in recognition of his hard work, was recently inducted into the 2014 Global Directory of Who's Who.. If you or someone that you love has sustained a serious injury through no fault of their own, contact Ian today for your 100% FREE, no obligation consultation by calling .

Meighan Harmon focuses on complex family law cases involving the distribution of multi-million dollar estates and represents successful business professionals and their spouses from a variety of industries, as well as individuals with multi-generational wealth. Meighan is a versatile attorney who provides her clients a wide range of options for resolving their disputes.  She is an experienced litigator who can be fierce in the courtroom, but she is also a trained collaborative lawyer and a family law mediator who can devise creative solutions and amicably settle even the toughest of cases. No two divorces are the same, and Meighan possesses the skills necessary to provide the right solution for each unique situation.Not only does Meighan assist her clients in dissolving their marriages, but she also encourages them to be future focused.  She believes divorce offers clients a unique opportunity to build a positive future for themselves, complete with financial and emotional security.  To this end, she provides her clients with the tools necessary to help them construct a solid foundation on which to navigate their new lives.   For Meighan’s clients, divorce can be a spring board to reinventing themselves.Meighan is part of an elite group of leaders in family law. In 2011, she was elected by her peers to be President of the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.  In 2016, Super Lawyers named Meighan as one of the Top 50 Women Lawyers in Illinois, and she has since been named in Best Lawyers in America, Leading Lawyers Network, and Illinois Super Lawyers.  A frequent lecturer on family law topics, she is also a published author, having assisted in the researching and drafting of the book Problems in Family Law.  She also co-authors a chapter for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education titled Unique Employee Benefits:  Stock Options, ESOPs, Etc and published articles in the Matrimonial Strategist, the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, The Family Advocate, and other publications.

Known for his strategic approach, Tim Daw draws on 28 years of experience in litigating and negotiating complex family law cases to help clients achieve their objectives. He works with clients to take charge of their situations by identifying issues, setting priorities, and mapping a course of action to arrive at their goals. As a senior partner of the firm, Mr. Daw assists families and individuals, including executives, business owners, athletes, doctors, celebrities and their spouses and significant others in resolving divorce and other family law matters.. Mr. Daw urges clients to see their divorce strategically, looking beyond the moment and short-term gain to the long-term impact of their decisions. Early in the process he offers a cost/benefit analysis to help clients take the right steps. Because divorce is likely to be one of the largest financial transactions of an individual’s lifetime, Mr. Daw stresses achieving a balance of cash, real estate and retirement investments in the settlement.. Respected as one of the top family lawyers in the Chicago area, Mr. Daw brings expertise to a wide range of family issues including complex financial matters, business valuations, tax planning, shareholder divorce, custody disputes, property division, maintenance issues, and prenuptial agreements.. Mr. Daw has been recognized by his peers and the community for his trial and litigation skills and for his philanthropic efforts. He has been listed among the Best Lawyers in America by Neifeh and Smith, an Illinois Super Lawyer, and a member of the Leading Lawyers Network. The DuPage County Bar Association has recognized him for his outstanding service to the Bar. The DuPage County Legal Assistance Foundation has recognized his pro bono service.

Kathryn Homburger Mickelson is a distinguished family law attorney known for her strategic and client-focused approach. She combines litigation and mediation experience to craft solutions that are both effective and efficient. Understanding the lasting impact of family law matters, she prioritizes resolutions that protect her clients’ interests while fostering stability for their futures.. Ms. Mickelson’s legal career began with a foundation in dispute resolution, earning mediation certification during law school. Her international experience includes studying European Union law in Italy and working in intellectual property law in Beijing. Before entering the legal field, she spent seven years as a public relations executive, refining skills in communication and strategy that continue to benefit her clients today.. She is actively involved in the legal community, serving on Illinois State Bar Association committees and leading Beermann LLP’s Law Clerk and Externship Program. Recognized by Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers, and Crain’s Media, she is regarded as a leader in her field. Beyond her legal practice, she dedicates time to philanthropic efforts, including Make-A-Wish Illinois and the American Writers Museum. As a partner at Beermann LLP, she brings dedication and experience to every case, ensuring strong advocacy and thoughtful representation.

Jason’s practice is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for high net-worth individuals and their spouses in regards to complex divorce and custody disputes.  Jason is empathetic to the difficult emotions surrounding divorce and makes every effort to keep matters out of the courtroom.  As a trained mediator and former executive board member of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, Jason’s extensive negotiation experience helps clients secure the future they envision.. Jason is also prepared to go to trial when necessary and is an assertive advocate for his clients.  He has experience trying numerous cases including successfully litigating termination of a maintenance obligation, obtaining sole custody for a Fortune 500 executive, and successfully vacating several orders of protection involving false abuse allegations.. Jason has given many lectures on various family law topics including trial techniques as they relate to business valuation experts, attorney assisted mediation, marriage and divorce planning, Collaborative Law, guardianship divorce actions on behalf of wards, prenuptial agreements, child custody disputes and domestic violence.. Jason graduated from the Indiana University School of Business in 2000 with a B.S. in Marketing and minors in Economics and International Business. As part of his B.S. program, Jason studied economics abroad at Erasmus University in Maastricht, Netherlands.. Jason lives in Oak Park and proudly balances being a lawyer, husband and father to his 7 year old daughter and newborn son.

I try very hard to provide the highest quality service to my clients at a reasonable price.  With advanced degrees in sciences, strong legal education and training, and many years of industrial experience as a scientist and inventor, I have what it takes to produce a top quality work product consistently and to the satisfaction of the clients.   Preparing patent application is a serious task and I have spent most of my legal career on that activity.  When you want a quality patent application, you cannot entrust it to someone who prosecutes patents only as a second choice.

Gabe Scannapieco's practice covers a variety of litigation matters in federal and state courts. He has represented pharmaceutical manufacturers, international financial institutions, credit reporting services, electronics manufacturers, city governments, and numerous other corporate clients. His experience spans all phases of litigation, including all aspects of discovery, motion practice, oral argument, and trial. He also has represented clients in various alternative dispute proceedings.. Gabe's substantive experience includes a range of commercial litigation matters involving products liability, breach of contract, fraud and misrepresentation, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the federal False Claims Act, Medicaid and Medicare fraud, professional malpractice, warranties and the U.C.C., and state consumer protection and deceptive trade practice acts.. Gabe also has an active pro bono practice including the successful representation of two asylum seekers before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, two 41 U.S.C. § 1983 plaintiffs before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the successful representation of a Chicago public school student with a disabilities-related due process request, acting as the Chicago Office's coordinator for the Constitutional Rights Foundation Chicago's Lawyers in the Classroom program, and volunteering as an in-school mentor for the Working in the Schools (WITS) program.. Gabe is a member of the American Bar Association, the Illinois State Bar Association, and the American Cancer Society Associate Board of Ambassadors.

For more than a decade, Jessica has served high asset professionals and their spouses to achieve directed and efficient resolution of the most complex family law issues with an emphasis on business valuation, businesses held in trusts and other estate planning vehicles and interstate child custody and child support disputes. She also has extensive experience in helping with asset protection through drafting of prenuptial and post nuptial agreements.. Jessica works with her clients to form goals and objectives, discuss available options, evaluate likely and desired outcomes, and help them achieve cost-effective and efficient methods for obtaining the most beneficial result.. Jessica received her Bachelor’s Degree from Georgetown University and her Juris Doctor from Chicago-Kent College of Law. She joined Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 1999 as a law clerk and became partner with the firm in 2009. Jessica is a seasoned litigator, having graduated from the American Bar Association’s Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute, and is trained and certified in mediation and collaborative law.  Jessica is on the Domestic Relations Division's list of court-certified mediators. In 2010 and 2011, Jessica was named an Illinois Super Lawyers “Rising Star.” In 2012 and 2013, she was named a “Leading Lawyer.”. Not only can Jessica go the distance for her clients at the negotiation table and in the courtroom, but she has also completed four Chicago marathons.

Divorce becomes a critical stage in the lives of individuals going through it for many reasons; a predominant concern is the threat to their quality of life. With balanced, yet aggressive advocacy, Eric L. Schulman helps protect the lifestyle of clients and their children, especially if a spouse lacks experience in managing family finances. Mr. Schulman is diligent about examining income, spending and assets to make sure that all resources are known for the benefit of his clients.. Since every divorce, like every person, is different, Mr. Schulman provides clients with individualized attention from start to finish of their case. A careful listener, he helps clients identify goals, then keeps their needs at the forefront as he works towards a favorable result. Known for hard work and exceptional effort, Mr. Schulman also strives to manage cases with efficiency and consideration to cost. Above all, honesty and integrity characterize his counsel.. Elected a partner at Schiller DuCanto & Fleck LLP in 2004, Mr. Schulman lectures in the areas of family law and has taught classes on Illinois divorce law for the College of Lake County and has served as a guest lecturer for Loyola University School of Law. He is a former Family Law Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Section and previously served as a member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee for the Chicago Bar Association.. Since 2006 Mr. Schulman has been named a "Leading Lawyer" in the practice of Illinois family law by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company, and in 2007 was chosen as one of the "40 Attorneys Under 40 in Illinois to Watch.” He was previously named a "Rising Star" Illinois attorney, and in 2012, an Illinois Super Lawyer.  He also has been named as one of the Nation's Leading Matrimonial Lawyers in Best Lawyers in America by Neifeh and Smith.  Mr. Schulman is also a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.

David Pogrund has recently been appointed as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Chicago Booth MBA program teaching a course entitled "Employment Law for Entrepreneurs and Managers".  (September, 2015)

Burton Hochberg focuses his practice on helping clients negotiate the evaluating and division of property by bringing a welcome objectivity and practicality to the proceedings.  Mr. Hochberg has over 40 years of experience and is regarded as “tough but fair” by his colleagues.  He has significant expertise in serving high net worth clients in the areas of child support, child custody, maintenance and property valuation.. Mr. Hochberg is an experienced litigator, but makes every effort to keep a case out of court when possible.  He helps clients going through the divorce process by highlighting their concerns, and estimating settlement options from a cost-benefit stand point.

Experienced General Practice attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced General Practice attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced General Practice attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced General Practice attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Experienced General Practice attorney serving clients in Chicago and surrounding areas.