Top best L Lawyers in Chicago | 11740 available

11740 L lawyers are available in Chicago, Illinois. These lawyers are rated between 4.2/5 to 4.6/5 and 64% provide free consultation with fees ranging from $45 to $82 per hour.

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$154 - $520

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45% - 82%

Average Rating

4.2 - 4.6 ★


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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60647
Firm: Law Offices of Alexandra Martinez

Alexandra brings to her practice two vital characteristics: a judgment-free approach focused on helping the client through difficult emotional situations, and years of experience focused on family law issues.  Alexandra has seen it all - from broken relationships as a result of extra-marital affairs, to children who are alienated from their parents.  Alexandra understands that this is a highly emotional time for everyone involved and focuses on getting the family through this difficult time in the best way possible.. Alexandra's achievements have been recognized by several organizations, including being named "Top 40 Under 40" in family law by the National Advocates in 2017, and selected as one of Super Lawyer's Rising Stars for 2018, an honor that is reserved for a limited number of lawyers each year.  Alexandra has also published several articles on the Illinois State Bar Association’s Standing Committee for Women and the Law’s newsletter The Catalyst.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60602
Firm: Latimer LeVay Fyock LLC

Alexander Passo represents clients on a variety of matters with a concentration on: internal business disputes, emergency business litigation, legal malpractice, business torts, breaches of contract, copyright and trademark infringement, fraud, and accounting malpractice.  Mr. Passo has resolved several cases successfully where his clients have received over $1,000,.Mr. Passo is a problem solver. Akin to the most notable historical Alexander, he enjoys solving the 21st century’s version of the Gordian knot - complex business disputes. These types of legal controversies often contain a multitude of problems and he employs an analytic approach to solving them-- first identifying his clients’ objectives and then creating a strategy to achieve them. Mr. Passo takes great pride in assisting clients in resolving these types of disputes in an efficient and effective manner.He received a Bachelor of Arts from Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, where he majored in history and law & society. Thereafter, he attended the Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago-Kent College of Law where he graduated magna cum laude in 2014. Mr. Passo served as Editor-in-Chief of a law journal and argued in a national moot court competition. Additionally, while attending law school, Mr. Passo simultaneously worked part-time for the Patterson Law Firm, LLC, as well as another prominent Chicago trial law firm, and was an extern for the Honorable Elizabeth A. McClanahan of the Supreme Court of Virginia. He is originally from Northwest Indiana, and currently resides in Northwest Indiana.  In his free time, he can be found pounding the pavement on a run, working on his golf game, or on a walk with his dogs in the Indiana Dunes.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60601

Alexander Loftus has won a wide range of significant cases through mediation, arbitration, and trial including claims arising from breach of contract, fraud, construction, shareholder suits, malpractice, and employment. Alexander has handled appeals before the Seventh Circuit, Illinois Appellate Courts, United States Supreme Court, and represented Amicus Curiae before the Illinois Supreme Court.. In 2013 through 2020 Super Lawyers named Alexander as being one of less than 2.5% of Illinois attorneys under age 40 selected for inclusion in Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Stars.  Alexander was also included in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Illinois by the National Trial Lawyers for 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2017. In 2014 Alexander was included in the Top 40 Litigators Under Age 40 by the American Society of Legal Advocates. The American Society of Legal Advocates exclusive membership comprises less than 1.5% of all licensed attorneys nationwide. In 2017 Alexander was included in Acquisition International’s Ones to Watch in Intellectual Property 2017 .. Alexander grew up in a small town in Southern Wisconsin and went to college in Saint Paul, Minnesota and Washington, D.C. In college he studied Political Science and was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha (national political science honor society). While studying at American University, Alexander held his first legal position as an investigator for Mental Health Division of Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia. Shortly thereafter, he graduated from DePaul University College of Law with honors in 2010. While at DePaul he was an Editor and Staff Writer for the DePaul/Commercial Law League of America Business & Commercial Law Journal.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60603
Firm: Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis, LLC

Alex is a partner at the Chicago law firm Stahl Cowen Crowley Addis, LLC. His practice is focused on real estate transactions, commercial leasing, asset backed financing, joint ventures, and land development. He has been involved in notable mixed use, retail, hotel, multi-family residential, office and hospitality projects throughout Chicago and the metropolitan area.. Alex can assist in corporate formations and business transactions, contract negotiations, commercial lease negotiations, asset purchase agreements, business entity formations, and private placements for fundraising/equity matters. In addition, Alex’s personal background in banking and finance provides him with an ability to grasp complex transactions and quickly provide reliable and sound advice. With such a wide range of experience in finance, commercial real estate, and technology, Alex brings a depth of knowledge outside of the legal industry to each and every client he consults. Outside of being an attorney, Alex is also an integral part of his community.  He is a key member of the Chicago-Kent School of Law’s incubator program, where his role includes advising start-up law firms on how to identify markets, develop a company brand, and seize business opportunities.  Additionally, he is an adjunct professor of Real Estate at Kendall College’s School of Hospitality Management, and is regularly invited to speak at a variety of seminars in the Chicago area, including continuing legal education courses for other attorneys. What makes Alex an asset to any business is the hands-on approach he takes with each of his clients. Rather than trying to maximize fees, he centers his practice on fostering company growth through creating unique opportunities for brand expansion. Alex provides his clients with a much broader role than simply serving as a legal advisor; he is a partner in their success. As such, he has been elected into the Illinois Super Lawyers Rising Stars Selection for 2015, 2016 and 2017.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60603
Firm: Alan J. Brinkmeier Esq.

ALAN J. BRINKMEIER has written numerous articles for the DuPage County Bar Association in the  DuPage County Bar Association Brief, Illinois Bar Journal, Chicago Bar Association Record and the Aviation Litigation Reporter and other publications.  He practices in the areas of aviation law, products liability, insurance, municipal liability, civil rights and appellate practice. He is a frequent lecturer as well.. Mr. Brinkmeier received his B.A. degree from Elmhurst College and his J.D. degree from DePaul University. He is a member of the Chicago, DuPage County, Illinois State and American bar associations, the Defense Research Institute and the Appellate Lawyers Association.  He was appointed and has served continuously for well over a decade as a Commissioner for the City of Elmhurst Zoning & Planning Commission. He has also served since the mid-1990s as a trustee for the Elmhurst College Board of Trustees.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60606
Firm: Williams & Farmer - A Family Law Firm

Agnes Zielinski Olechno combines her skill as a courtroom litigator, her experience as a child advocate, and her compassion for families in transition to advocate for her clients and their families. Her experience in guiding couples going through the emotional strains of divorce and focusing on the negotiation process and the complex issues that need to be addressed have saved many couples and children a great deal of time, money, and emotional trauma.. As recipient of Loyola's Civitas Child Law Fellowship, and the Child and Family Law Certificate, Agnes received her law degree Cum Laude from Loyola Univeristy Chicago School of Law. Since receiving her attorney license, Agnes has been awarded the Rising Star Award by SuperLawyers every year since 2016. The Super Lawyers designation, conferrred upon the most respected legal practitioners in the state, is based upon peer recognition and professional achievement. Rising Stars are those up-and-coming attorneys who are 40 years of age or younger and have practiced law for 10 years or less. No more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected to receive this honor.. Agnes Olechno also serves as a child’s representative and guardian ad litem in Cook County, Illinois. In addition to advocating on behalf of children, Agnes also serves as Parenting Coordinator and Mediator on numerous cases.. Agnes is active in the community, currently volunteering with Chicago Volunteer Services and a member of the Chicago Bar Association and Illinois State Bar Association.. Agnes Olechno serves clients throughout the Cook County, Lake, DuPage County, and Will County areas.. Agnes is bilingual and prepared to provide services to Polish speaking clients.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60606
Firm: Merel Family Law, P.C.

Aggressive litigation, strategic negotiation.. Mr. McSurley's courtroom successes have impacted families from Illinois to California, reuniting children with their parents. His tireless efforts in all areas of family law have won challenging cases to keep children safe. Such cases center on custody, and have frequently resulted in him expeditiously securing emergency orders of protection, safeguarding children from abuse.. Mr. McSurley graduated at the top of his class at University of Illinois, Chicago, first earning the summa cum laude distinction with his bachelor's degree and later magna cum laude with his Juris Doctorate from the university's College of Law. He earned Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society's distinctive gold key and was voted president of the law school's Family Law Society. Mr. McSurley excelled as a member of the Family Advocacy Clinic, where he passionately represented parents and children. His stellar work in abuse and neglect proceedings eventually earned him a leadership role, mentoring law students in emotionally charged child-centered litigation.. Mr. McSurley's intellectual rigor and work ethic earned him coveted internships with judges across the nation, allowing him to develop keen insight into their decision-making process. In law school he won a prestigious internship with the U.S. Department of Justice and drafted decisions for the judges of the Executive Office of Immigration Review. He also interned with the judges of the Juvenile Court of Denver, Colorado and the family law division of the Circuit Court of Will County, Illinois.. As a judicial intern with the family law division of Will County, Mr. McSurley aided judges and worked closely with Judge Dinah L. Archambeault throughout all stages of divorce and custody proceedings.

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60640
Firm: Law Office of Denise M. DeBelle

After graduating from IIT-Kent Chicago College of Law, Denise was Legislative Liaison for Chicago Alderman Mary Ann Smith.  In 1992, she established a law practice serving a moderate-income clientele in employment, real estate, housing discrimination and administrative appeals, including Social Security Disability appeals.. For the last several years, Denise has concentrated in employment law and condominium association law.  She advises employees and employers on their rights and obligations and litigates on behalf of employees whose rights have been violated. This includes discrimination on the basis of sex, age, race, national origin and disability; recovering wages and unpaid overtime for employees,  and retaliatory termination, including on behalf of Whistleblowers. She also advises condominium associations in a variety of governance matters, negotiates to resolve disputes between Board and unit owners, and litigates where necessary to enforce the rules and regulations of the condominium association and/or the rights of unit owners.. Denise is active in the Illinois Chapter of National Employment Lawyers Association and the Chicago Bar Association.  In 2013, she founded the Northside Attorneys Group , a networking group for solo practicioners in Chicago.. Denise has long had an interest in civic engagement including involvement in at least five electoral campaigns for local and federal office over the last twenty years.  From 1997 until 2000, she was director of a campaign finance reform project  at the Archdiocese of Chicago.. Graduating with a B.A in Urban Planning, Denise was a planner and housing advocate for seven years prior to law school. She continues her involvement in that arena through serving on the Development Partners committee of the Business Partners, the Chamber for Uptown.. In her spare time, she takes Italian lessons and Zumba dance classes.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60602
Firm: Lucas and Cardenas PC

Advocating for injured people is the most fulfilling aspect of my career.  Oftentimes, the hard work of recovering from an injury or illness is further complicated by mounting medical bills and decresed income. My own mother died as a result of medical negligence when I was a child.  I understand firsthand the devasting effects injury or death has on the entire family.  At Lucas & Cardenas we help you put your life back together.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60604
Firm: A Cross Law Firm PLLC

Adriana C. Cross is the founder of A Cross Law Firm, PLLC, and a dedicated advocate for individuals and families navigating legal challenges. She focuses her practice on family law, estate planning, and bankruptcy, serving clients in Illinois and Missouri.. Adriana is licensed in both Illinois and Missouri, and while she now lives in St. Louis, Missouri and actively takes cases in St. Louis City and St. Louis County, the majority of her legal experience has been in Illinois—particularly Cook County. She has spent years representing clients in divorce, child custody, parenting time, and orders of protection in both Cook County and St. Clair County (Belleville).. Her Missouri practice is exclusively focused on family law, including divorce, child custody, child support, and orders of protection. She brings the same strategic, compassionate representation to Missouri clients that she has long provided in Illinois.. Adriana is also licensed in the Northern and Southern District Bankruptcy Courts of Illinois, where she handles Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases. She does not currently accept bankruptcy cases in Missouri.. Raised in St. Louis and committed to helping families thrive, Adriana works personally on every case, ensuring that each client receives experienced, attentive, and results-driven legal support.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Au, LLC

Adam’s practice is focused on a relatively-narrow variety of civil matters including patent and trademark prosecution, copyright registration, trade secret protection, IP licensing, and startup and generalized IP/commercial transactional and litigation efforts. Adam represents sole-proprietors, startups, and established businesses throughout Illinois and, in some capacities, across the country.. During law school, Adam was a clerk at Augustine, Kern, & Levens, Ltd. where his efforts were focused on researching state dental and medical licensing requirements, state agency immunity from antitrust claims, and the vulnerability of alternative medicine practitioners to sanctions levied by sate medical boards, all on a national basis.. Before and after leaving Augustine Kern & Levens, Ltd., and before forming Au, LLC, Adam was a clerk, and then associate, at Saper Law Offices, LLC. While at Saper, Adam handled IP, commercial, and social media-related litigation matters, which included commercial contract disputes, internet defamation cases, copyright and trademark infringement claims, and various business disputes.. Prior to entering law school, Adam worked as a systems engineer for General Dynamics Land Systems.. Education. - The John Marshall Law School – J.D., with IP Certificate 2009. - Carnegie Mellon University - B.S.M.E. 2003. Admissions. - State of Illinois (2009). - District of Columbia (2012). - State of Michigan (2017). - United States District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2010). - United States District Court, District of Columbia (2012). - United States Patent and Trademark Office (2011)

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60603
Firm: Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys - Chicago Office

Adam Zayed graduated from Loyola University Chicago with High Honors before going on to earn his Juris Doctor from Notre Dame School of Law. He also earned an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. In 2009, he began Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys with the mission of providing his clients with vigorous and compassionate representation.. Since its launch,Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys has recovered over $50 million for their clients. Adam carefully controls his caseload so he can devote personal attention to each and every client he works with. He is an experienced trial lawyer who has personally secured multiple seven-figure verdicts for his clients.. Adam brings a unique trial strategy to his clients’ cases. He bases his cases on statistics, behavioral science, strategy, and a dedication to carefully building a case that will bring his client the best possible result.. Adam has received many professional accolades during his career. He was named one of the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, as well as one of their Top 25 Medical Malpractice Lawyers. The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys named him one of their Top 10 Under 40, and the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin named him to their Top 40 Under 40 for 2022. Adam was also named a Super Lawyers Rising Star, and he is a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum.. Like all the attorneys at the Zayed Law Offices Personal Injury Attorneys, Adam is dedicated to helping his clients get their lives back on track. Schedule a free consultation today to get the representation you deserve.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.9 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60618
Firm: Acumen Law Group, LLC

Acumen is a boutique law firm that serves clients in business and intellectual property law, commercial litigation, and consumer matters.   Our attorneys are experienced advocates and accomplishedbusiness professionals with the capacity to serve clients at thehighest level.  At Acumen, we offer shrewd, innovative, andcost-effective legal services that are responsive to our clients'demands.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.2 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60605
Firm: Infinity Strategic Group

Abosede Odunsi is the founder and principal advisor of Infinity Strategic Group ("ISG"). She advises clients on a wide variety of estate planning and administration and adult guardianship issues.. Prior to founding ISG, Abosede worked for private law firms in Chicago and as an assistant state’s attorney. Her volunteer commitments include serving on the Professional Advisory Committee of the Chicago Foundation for Women, and past Treasurer of the Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago, Inc. Abosede obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, a Master of Arts degree from Pennsylvania State University, her Juris Doctor from the University of Wisconsin Law School, the Certified Financial Planner Certificate program at DePaul University in Chicago and an LL.M in Taxation from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.ISG works with a team of highly credentialed attorneys and financial professionals with specialized knowledge and experience. Our use of flexible staffing arrangements enables us to offer quality estate planning services at a reasonable cost.

Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.8 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60609
Firm: Matthew & Drnovsek Law

Abe is a lifelong Chicagoan who loves politics as much as practicing law. He lives in the Bridgeport neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side and is a rabid Bulls fan. Abe enjoys playing with his various tech gadgets and his dog Rosalyn. When he needs a break from the practice of law, Abe relieves stress by working on his car.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: Zigler Law Group

Aaron Zigler is the founding member of the Zigler Law Group. He has extensive experience in high-stakes litigation against some of the largest corporations. He has handled all aspects of litigation, won contested class certification motions and dispositive motions, taken extensive discovery and negotiated substantial settlements. His efforts have led to the resolution of numerous class action cases on behalf of millions of consumers.. Aaron represents consumers, whistleblowers and businesses as plaintiffs in high-stakes litigation concerning computer technology, internet privacy, insurance, pharmaceuticals and other matters. He practices in federal courts throughout the Country and is licensed to practice law in the State Courts of Illinois, Missouri, California and New York.. Aaron has received the recognition of his peers through a Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent peer rating and multi-year selection as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star.” Aaron has also been honored as a finalist for Public Citizen’s Trial Lawyer of the Year award. He is a member of the American Society of Legal Writers.. Prior to founding Zigler Law Group, Aaron was a partner at Keller Lenkner where he managed its class action group and supported its mass arbitration practice, and Korein Tillery, where he managed all aspects of high-stakes litigation for nearly two decades.. Prior to his legal career, Aaron worked as a project manager in computer security for a Fortune 500 company. He continued that interest by concentrating his legal studies and research in computer technology. That experience and study have proved invaluable as Aaron has pursued numerous cases concerning the abuse of computer technology.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60601
Firm: Salvi, Schostok and Pritchard P.C.

Aaron D. Boeder became a member of the Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C., legal team in 2010, focusing his practice in the areas of medical malpractice, catastrophic injury, mass torts and wrongful death law.. Mr. Boeder has helped secure a number of noteworthy verdicts and settlements for his clients. In 2021, Mr. Boeder obtained a $21.05 million jury verdict on behalf of a woman who suffered a spinal injury in a Maywood, Ill. car crash. In 2017, he obtained an $11.25 million jury verdict on behalf of a young boy whose mother was killed in a motor vehicle collision in Rockford. In 2015, he helped to obtain a $15.2 million jury verdict for a client who was struck by a forklift in an incident at Chicago’s McCormick Place Convention Center. The case was appealed by defense counsel and subsequently settled for $19.5 million, including interest accrued during the appeal process.. In recognition of his outstanding legal work, Mr. Boeder was recognized in the 2021 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch and has subsequently been named to the Best Lawyers in America list every year since 2022. In 2020, he was named to Law Bulletin Media’s “40 Under Forty” attorney list, recognizing the top up and coming lawyers in Illinois. In addition, Mr. Boeder has been recognized by Illinois Super Lawyers every year since 2015. From 2015 through 2021, he was named an Emerging Lawyer by Law Bulletin Media, an honor given to only the top 2 percent of lawyers in the state who are under 40 or have practiced 10 years or less. In 2022, he was honored as a Leading Lawyer by Law Bulletin Media, an honor reserved for less than 5% of all lawyers licensed in each state.. Mr. Boeder graduated from the Ohio State University, cum laude, in 2003. He earned his law degree from the DePaul University College of Law in 2010. During law school, Mr. Boeder gained a great deal of experience while serving as a judicial extern for the Honorable James F. Holderman, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and as a legal extern in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois. He also practiced with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office as an Illinois Supreme Court Rule 711 law clerk. Mr. Boeder served as an officer in the Army National Guard before he attended law school.. Mr. Boeder belongs to the Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association, Illinois Trial Lawyers Association and American Association for Justice.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60601
Firm: Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard, P.C.

A trial lawyer since 1998, Tom Mulroy joined Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. in January of 2018. Tom brings a unique perspective to the firm, having extensive experience conducting trials by jury on behalf of defendants in negligence cases. As such, he has inside understanding and mastery of the strategy and tactics used by our opponents. In fact, during his two decades as a defense trial lawyer, Tom never lost a single trial.. He brings that same level of intensity and competitiveness to the firm, and he also brings in-depth knowledge in the fields of general personal liability, medical negligence, and products liability. Tom has been appointed as lead trial lawyer in over a dozen multi-million dollar negligence cases. He also has experience in states across the country litigating cases involving advanced medical device technology and medical software engineering.. Tom attended the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign and law school at the Loyola School of Law, where he graduated with honors. During law school he worked for the City of Chicago representing the City of Chicago in a variety of personal injury and civil rights matters. He served judicial clerkships for the Hon. Donald J. O’Brien as well as the Hon. William D. Maddux, former Presiding Judge of Cook County.. Tom is an adjunct professor at the Loyola School of Law, teaching advanced pre-trial litigation. He has given multiple presentations to lawyers on topics such as preparing witnesses, how to cross examine experts, and how to prepare complex cases for trial.. Every year since 2008, Tom has been selected by his peers for inclusion in “The Best Lawyers in America®” for Commercial Litigation. In 2006, he was selected by his peers and named by the Law Bulletin Publishing Company as one of the top “40 Illinois Attorneys Under Forty.” Additionally, he was recognized as a “Rising Star” by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine in 2008. He is an active member and lecturer for the Chicago Bar Association.. In his spare time, Tom is a blues and jazz guitar player. He is also an advanced practitioner and competitor in martial arts, and holds the rank of brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60606
Firm: Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP

A skilled negotiator and litigator, partner Michael F. Koenigsberger focuses his practice on family law-related matters. Recognized as one of Chicago’s leading lawyers in family law, he has represented hundreds of clients in complex custody and financial issues, prenuptial agreements, paternity cases and domestic relations.. Particularly adept at dealing with high-asset, complex cases, Michael takes pride in working with clients through all phases of the issues they face, from litigating financial aspects to negotiating child custody agreements. He works compassionately and efficiently to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients.. A graduate of DePaul University School of Law, Michael regularly lectures and serves as faculty at family law seminars and authors family and divorce law articles. In addition to his significant family law experience, he has also litigated in other areas of law including Chancery and Law Division matters.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.1 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60608
Firm: Katz Law Office Limited

A representative of the common man and woman to enforce your legal rights.. Matthew Katz is someone who for years has been committed to fighting for the rights of poor and minority communities, and now for his clients. Since 1989, he has been an organizer and participant in various projects and forms of social activism to improve the human condition and work to ensure that the civil rights to which we are all entitled are protected. Here, we delineate the various activities and accomplishments of his student, political and professional life.

Avvo Rating: Rated 3.5 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60606
Firm: Dussias Wittenberg Koenigsberger LLP

A practitioner in the area of family law for nearly three decades, Dean Dussias has built his reputation by representing entrepreneurs, executives and other prominent clients in high profile and financially complicated cases with a careful, discreet approach that solves problems and mitigates risks.. With a focus on providing the highest degree of professionalism and excellence in the area of family law, Dean helps clients and their families navigate this difficult and emotional area of the law with dignity, compassion and privacy. This means helping clients negotiate when possible, but also being prepared to litigate when necessary.. Because his goal is to solve disputes in a rational and cost-effective manner ensuring privacy among his clients, Dean often recommends alternatives to costly court proceedings, such as mediation and collaborative divorces.. An accomplished speaker and author, Dean gives lectures and writes articles for legal publications about the latest developments in family law. He has been a faculty member and lecturer at the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) and often appears in the media talking about divorce related topics. He is a member in good standing with the Chicago Bar Association (CBA), the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) and the American Bar Association (ABA).. Dean quickly established a reputation as a top resource for high-net-worth individuals, garnering awards and honors for his work. He is regularly recognized as one of the Chicago area's leading family law attorneys. His honors include selection as one of Illinois' "Super Lawyers" from 2008-2018, "Leading Lawyers," and "Best Lawyers in America." Dean also has an AV (which is the highest rating) by Martindale-Hubbell. He was selected in 2002 as one of "40 under 40 attorneys to watch in Illinois." He is fluent in the Greek language and is a member and director of the Hellenic Bar Association (HBA).

Avvo Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60601
Firm: Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser

A licensed attorney since 2005, I have been representing clients in Divorce and Family Law for over 10 years. The Law Office of Jeffrey R. Esser was founded in 2011 to provide clients with personalized solutions for their legal issues.. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in Classics from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, I earned a law degree from the University of Southern California. I am licensed to practice law in Illinois and concentrate my practice on contested and uncontested divorce, child support services, wills and trusts, and prenuptial agreements.. Because I believe everyone should have access to a competent attorney, I take on pro-bono cases through Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, and have earned CVLS’s Distinguished Service Award in 2010 and 2012.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.7 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60601
Firm: Schiller, Ducanto & Fleck, LLP

A highly experienced negotiator and formidable litigator, Tanya Stanish represents a wide variety of wealthy clients, from prominent executives, entrepreneurs and professionals to professional athletes, spouses with trusts and stay-at-home spouses. Her work includes every aspect of complex and high net-worth family law such as executive compensation plans, trusts and business interests as well as high-conflict child custody and parenting issues. Trial experience includes success with complex divorces and paternity and domestic violence cases. Outside the courtroom, she has considerable proficiency with prenuptial and postnuptial agreements for high net worth individuals.. High net worth family law often involves legacy and generational money, and Tanya understands the desire to protect family and children's' interests in a divorce proceeding. With a background in economics, mathematics and accounting, she knows the nuances of balance sheets and can decipher complicated assets, incentive plans, trusts and distribution issues – whether you have the wealth or are trying to capture it. She also understands lifestyle perspectives of her clients. Child and spousal support is often complex due to wealth, and Tanya knows how to present it to the court.. Over her career, Tanya has turned around cases for clients who were previously with other attorneys. After developing expectations and goals with clients, she is well known for her advocacy and insight. She has gained positive results in many custody and parenting cases and successfully negotiated difficult child support settlements.. Representative cases include:. During what can be a confusing and tumultuous time, clients rely on the steady, compassionate and insightful counsel of Ms. Stanish, and appreciate her assistance in easing the financial and emotional transition into a new life post-divorce.

Lawyers Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60602
Firm: Winters Salzetta O'Brien & Richardson, LLC

A fearless and creative lawyer, Jaime has been able to secure millions of dollars on behalf of her clients and their families. She has experience as a lead trial lawyer seeing a number of personal injury cases to verdict. However, she is also well versed in pre-litigation tactics and routinely secures settlements that spare her clients the years of lengthy litigation and uncertainty that can accompany a trial.. Her genuine concern for her clients and investment in each client's unique case ensures that she fully understands the full effect her clients' injuries have had on their lives and particular situations. Her fearlessness ensures that she will not back down from getting her clients what they deserve, and her conviction in her cases is contagious. Coupled with her creativity which allows her to craft unique solutions to problems that may otherwise be deemed insurmountable, Jaime has had the privilege of assisting numerous clients in putting their lives back together after suffering a catastrophic personal injury.

Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
Lawyers Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Location: Chicago 60661
Firm: EV HAS, LLC - Attorneys at Law

A commercial attorney with over 25 years as a business executive and nearly 16 years in Real Estate managing the process from all points of the transaction (sales agent, developer, landlord, tenant, attorney, owner, borrower, lender, purchaser, & seller).. Elkhatib successfully practices across multiple real estate litigation channels with a primary focus on representing receivers in mitigating Municipal Building Violations for abandoned, vacant or Zombie properties, navigating the receivership process from appointment to deed.. As a business executive, Elkhatib successfully managed, built and restructured small and medium sized corporations.  Elkhatib is especially intune with successfully overcoming the challenges that arise from a series of singular decisions, financial hurdles and growth pains that affect businesses at one time or another.. A major key to his numerous legal successes comes from his understanding that litigation strategy is a science and an art and needs to be in step with the overall business strategy that generates successful outcomes for the clients.. Specialties: Municipal Building Code Violations, commercial and corporate transactions, negotiating and drafting of financal instruments, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, complex real estate transactions, foreclosures, title clearing and lien priorities, Receivership, secured lien transactions and priorities.

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