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Rated 4.7 out of 5
Firm: Davis Friedman, LLP
135 S. LaSalle, 36th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Adoption, Divorce, Family , Divorce & Separation
Andrew Engle practices family law with a positive approach to helping his clients. "Although in most of our cases, people are experiencing varying levels of personal turmoil, the right family law attorney can help clients navigate the overwhelming legal system and achieve favorable results." In addition to offering his clients expert legal advice and strategies, Engle often finds himself serving their more emotional needs as well. He explains, "I try to help people cope with their individual situations and overcome a difficult part of life with dignity and self-respect.". "I'm drawn to family law because I'm fascinated by the interaction of the law with psychology," Engle says, adding that "Davis Friedman has been a leading firm in the field of family law for decades. The legal experience and resources provided by our team are exceptional." Typically, his prospective clients are dealing with issues that are both legally and emotionally complex. "People have to grapple with the sadness, anger and disappointments associated with divorce and custody cases, while making sound financial decisions and agreements that best suit their family. It is my job to help guide clients through the difficulty of balancing their feelings with the financial business of divorce. My challenge is to reduce the emotional stress of the cases and help clients make thoughtful, intelligent and sensible decisions.". Engle says he always attempts to work amicably with opposing attorneys to settle cases as fairly and swiftly as possible. If there is the need for litigation, he and his colleagues work tirelessly to achieve outstanding results. Engle is guided by his strong sense of ethics and responsibility to be a fierce advocate for each of his clients.. Engle's practice extends across Cook, Lake, Du Page, Will, McHenry, Kane and Kendall counties. His clients include physicians, lawyers, entrepreneurs, professional athletes, media personalities, business owners, homemakers, teachers and union members, as well as their spouses.. Engle's caring attitude and dedication to his wide range of clients is what motivates him every day. "I've found that being a divorce lawyer puts my own life into perspective. My goal is to help people feel satisfied and content. At the end of the day, we are trying to restore hope and give people the tools they need to start the next chapters of their lives."
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“Andy is a fierce opponent and zealous advocate. He is also very reasonable, professional and courteous. He is well respected in the community and has great court room as well as pe…”
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Firm: Law Offices Of Jeffery M Leving
19 S La Salle Street Suite 1500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
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“tody" after the divorce almost 4 years prior. Our original divorce paperwork from a different lawye”
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“I endorse James M. Hagler of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. I have known and worked with Mr. Hagler as co-counsel on numerous cases for the past 16 years, and have foun…”
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Firm: Ladden and Allen, Chartered
55 West Monroe Street 3950 606 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Divorce,Family
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“After hiring this law firm, specifically Gemma Allen to handle my divorce and ensuing custody case, I was passed off to what I have come to realize as...”
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Rated 3.9 out of 5
Firm: Hoogendoorn & Talbot
122 South Michigan Avenue Suite 1220 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Corporate , Domestic Partnership, Real Estate , Family
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
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Rated 5.0 out of 5
Firm: Davis Friedman, LLP
135 S La Salle St , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
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“ions and ensure that I was making the best decisions for my future. He was always on top of the cour”
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“It's rare to find an attorney in the divorce/family law field that you would unequivocally refer a family member or close friend to if you can't (or shouldn't!) handle the matter p…”
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Firm: Coblitz & Willis
161 N. Clark , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
I was born in Wisconsin and have lived in Chicago since the 1970s.. I graduated the University of Wisconsin and then I worked in the area of child abuse for eight years for the department of Children and Family Services before I decided to go to law school.. I worked as an attorney for the Legal Aid bureau in Chicago, doing divorce and providing services for an underserviced population from 1990 to 1995.. In 1995, Marta and I decided to open up our own practice. Since that time, Marta and I have had the practice. We now have an office at 161 N. Clark, #4700 in Chicago and an office at 1000 Lake Street, Oak Park, Illinois.. I am also certified as a Mediator and am on the Mediator List for Judges to refer cases to.
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“hired a lawyer for the kids and she suggested having a psychological testing for myself and x-wife.”
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“Linda is a talented lawyer who has tremendous "people" skills. She truly cares about her clients and works hard to represent their interests.”
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Rated 4.9 out of 5
Firm: Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving
19 S La Salle St Ste 1500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Corporate , Domestic Partnership, Insurance , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Family
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“I endorse Leslie Poole of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. His high emotional intelligence helps fathers find the confidence and hope to pursue, protect and secure their …”
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Rated 4.2 out of 5
Firm: Davis Friedman LLP
135 South LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Domestic Partnership, Family , Divorce & Separation
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“I highly endorse Mrs. Ashmore. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact her for help.”
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Rated 5.0 out of 5
Firm: Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.
19 S La Salle St Ste 1500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
James C. Nieland has practiced law in Illinois, Iowa, and Nebraska, accomplishing extensive legal successes in the areas of family law and business litigation. Mr. Nieland has successfully represented clients in extremely complex and sophisticated family law matters, including divorce and child custody, throughout his legal career. He has a winning track record representing parties in dissolution of marriage actions where the correct identification and distribution of marital property was at risk, and in defending fathers being prosecuted in support enforcement actions by state authorities. His tenacious representation of clients at the appellate level on issues involving custody modification to permit out-of-state removal, and termination of parental rights, has made him greatly respected by his peers. While practicing law in Nebraska, courts there appointed Mr. Nieland as an attorney and guardian ad litem in many life-altering cases involving child abuse and neglect, given his passion for safeguarding children.. Notably, while practicing in his native Iowa, Mr. Nieland prepared a persuasive and successful pre-trial brief in a highly complex case resulting in his client being awarded a $10 million verdict that the Iowa Supreme Court sustained on appeal.Additionally, Mr. Nieland is dedicated to volunteer service beyond the legal profession, by serving on the board of directors of a local Nebraska chapter of the American Red Cross. There, he oversaw relief efforts to assist individuals, families and businesses in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa devastated by extensive flooding of the Missouri River in 2011.. Mr. Nieland obtained his Juris Doctor from the College of Law at the University of Iowa and served as a distinguished editor of its international law journal, Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems. Before his appointment as editor, Mr. Nieland published Executive Suspension of National Elections: Sacrificing an American Dream to Avoid a Spanish Nightmare?, 15 Transnat’l L. & Contemp. Probs. 389 (Fall 2005). He further served as a student member of the College of Law’s Academic Standard of Review Committee.Prior to law school, Mr. Nieland obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree from Knox College, where he majored in English and Spanish
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“James Nieland is an extremely bright legal mind and my most consistent sounding board for any legal theory or concept that arises in any difficult case. He is succinct, persuasive,…”
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Firm: Davis Friedman
135 S. LaSalle 36th Floor , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Family , Divorce & Separation
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“I highly endorse Mrs. Hurst. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact her first.”
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Rated 3.9 out of 5
Firm: Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd.
19 South La Salle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
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“I endorse Andrew Muchoney of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd. Mr. Muchoney is a highly skilled and tenacious advocate, with a proven track record of successfully represent…”
Firm: Law Office of Gerald P. Nordgren
19 S. LaSalle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
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“Gerry is very knowledgeable. But many lawyers know the law. What sets Gerry apart is his honesty and desire to provide value for his clients.”
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Rated 4.8 out of 5
Firm: Jeffrey M. Leving Ltd.
19 S La Salle St Ste 1500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
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“Eric is a machine in the best of terms. He is dedicated, diligent, experienced, and has the adroit acumen of a well-seasoned practitioner. Working with him is one of the highlights…”
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Rated 5.0 out of 5
Firm: Griffin McCarthy & Rice LLP
55 W. Monroe St. , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Corporate , Estate Planning, Probate , Real Estate , Trusts, Family
Attorney Elizabeth Demonte is a highly skilled litigator and author who has done significant work on pre-decree divorce, post-decree divorce, parentage, child custody, child support and grandparent visitation cases. She penned article, “Spotlight On: The Nurse-Family Partnership,” which was published in the prestigious Children’s Legal Rights Journal.. Demonte received her Juris Doctorate from Loyola University Chicago School of Law and graduated summa cum laude from DePaul University with a bachelor’s in Business Management. She also received the coveted Certification in Child and Family Law and was awarded a position as Editor on Loyola’s Children’s Legal Rights Journal, a major honor.
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“ry well prepared, calmly and carefully crafts her arguments and presents her case with great care an”
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“I endorse this lawyer. Lisa is smart, professional and a great attorney to work with.”
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Rated 4.0 out of 5
Firm: Feinberg and Barry, P.C.
20 S Clark Street 500 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Divorce,Domestic Partnership,Family
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“I hired him to put closure on a divorce since my late husband had less than three months to live; he should have tied down the life insurance policie...”
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Firm: Frumm & Frumm
10 S La Salle St Ste 1420 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
David Frumm is a founding partner of Frumm & Frumm. He has been practicing law since 1979, exclusively in the areas of family law and domestic relations since 1989. As a tenacious litigator, David successfully represents clients in all stages of domestic relations matters. David is known for his zealous advocacy and commitment to obtaining favorable outcomes for his clients. David prides himself on his personalized attention to each client, to provide them with the best guidance throughout emotional divorce proceedings.. David received his Bachelor’s Degree, with Honors, from Arizona State University, and received his Juris Doctor from John Marshall Law School in 1975. Upon his admission to the bar, David was employed by the City of Chicago as an Assistant Corporation Counsel assigned to their law division. During his tenure with the city, David was trial counsel in complex jury trials, obtaining numerous verdicts in favor of the city of Chicago. He also had the opportunity to attend several prestigious trial advocacy programs and seminars.. EDUCATION Arizona State University-Bachelor of Science, 1975 John Marshall Law School, Juris Doctor, 1979. BAR ADMISSIONS Illinois (1979) United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois (1980). Frumm & Frumm is a boutique Chicago law firm focusing exclusively on family and matrimonial law for over 25 years. Specifically, the attorneys of Frumm & Frumm have expertise in divorce (pre-decree and post-decree), custody and visitation, child support & maintenance (alimony), property division, business/income valuations, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, and parentage cases.. Our clients retain us knowing we have the experience and compassion to help them through this challenging time. We especially pride ourselves on our personalized attention to all clients and all matters. The attorneys of Frumm & Frumm are thoughtful and skilled negotiators but also possess extensive trial experience which enables us to zealously advocate on behalf of our clients. We will provide you with realistic and honest assessments to help you navigate through the legal process
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“I highly endorse Mr. Frumm. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients. Keep up a great work!”
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Firm: Gaynor Law
20 South Clark Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Civil , Divorce, Family , Divorce & Separation
Principal attorney and founder of Gaynor Law (f.k.a. Audrey Gaynor and Associates, P.C.).. Graduated from the University of Michigan with honors in 1983 and received my J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School in 1986. Prior to concentrating in family law, I practiced securities law and complex litigation in San Francisco, California and clerked for former Chief Judge Clarence A. Brimmer of the United States District Court for the state of Wyoming commencing in 1992.
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Firm: The Law Offices of Aubrey J. Parker LLC
55 E. Monroe , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
Aubrey has dedicated her career exclusively to the practice of family law, focusing on restructuring issues for all families, such as divorce, dissolution of Civil Union, parentage, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, adoption, surrogacy contracts and negotiations, sperm donor contracts, and LGBTQ specific family issues.. When utilizing Aubrey’s services, families are not dissolved; they are restructured, often for the better.. While Aubrey has handled numerous litigious matters and been involved in highly contested/high profile trials, when litigation can be avoided, her approach to matters includes mediation, arbitration, and/or formal Collaborative practice to settle cases efficiently and cost-effectively, while focusing on the unique goals and concerns of her clients and preserving the relationship between parties to the greatest extent possible.. Aubrey believes educating clients about their rights and legal challenges is one of the most effective strategies in helping clients tailor their goals and concerns, and she takes the time necessary to ensure every client understands their options and is provided with an array of creative solutions. Aubrey is also able to provide a unique perspective on child-related issues as she has accepted numerous judicial appointments to represent children in domestic relations matters as a Guardian Ad Litem and Child Representative in the Domestic Relations Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County.. Aubrey’s ability to render results has been recognized time and time again. Specifically, Aubrey has been recognized as a Rising Star in the area of Family Law by Super Lawyers Magazine, a designation reserved for the top 2.5% of all Illinois attorneys under the age of 40, and has been named an Emerging Lawyer by Leading Lawyers Magazine, a designation given to fewer than 2% of the attorneys in Illinois.. Aubrey completed the Divorce Mediation Skills Training program at Northwestern University, is a Fellow of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, and a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She earned her J.D. from Loyola University of Chicago School of Law, with honors, where she continues to enjoy teaching law students as a professor of legal writing.
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“Aubrey is smart, compassionate, and an excellent advocate for her clients. She is well-respected by her colleagues and the judges within the Domestic Relations Division. I highly e…”
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Firm: Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. A Professional Corporation
19 South La Salle Street , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Family
Arthur S. Kallow is a native Chicagoan and graduated from the Northwestern University School of Law cum laude in 1973. He also received his B.A. in political science from Northwestern. Mr. Kallow was awarded a certificate from Notre Dame Law School for his legal studies at Brunel University in Uxbridge, England.. After graduation, he was resident counsel for a major corporation in Washington D.C. He then returned to Chicago, where he has been practicing family law for more than 35 years. Before joining the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd., he was partner at a small law firm that concentrated in family law, and he has served as a hearing officer for the City of Chicago and rendered decisions in many important cases.. In addition, he has completed training from the National Judicial College and he has been appointed by judges to represent children in contested visitation and custody cases. Mr. Kallow has been admitted to practice law before courts in Atlanta, GA, Los Angeles, CA, Des Moines, IA, and Tampa, FL, to represent clients pro hac vice.. Mr. Kallow has successfully represented hundreds of clients throughout the decades, including cases which involved complex jury trials, contested custody and visitation, child support, paternity, and intricate financial issues. In addition, he has handled sophisticated appeals in State and Federal Courts.. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Illinois, the Supreme Court of the United States, the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, the Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and the U.S. Court for the Northern District of Illinois. He is a distinguished member of the Chicago Bar Association.. In 2005 and 2006, Mr. Kallow was selected by his peers in the legal community as an “Illinois Super Lawyer” after an extensive nomination and polling process conducted by Law & Politics. “Super Lawyers” are considered the best in their profession and they represent the top practicing attorneys in Illinois and the country.. In September, 2007, he lectured at Northwestern University School of Law on Male Stereotypes and the Law. Mr. Kallow is honored by these accolades and continues to hone his craft and seek justice for his clients.. In 2008, Mr. Kallow was the keynote speaker at The Philadelphia Fatherhood Festival where he addressed problems that fathers encounter in the legal system. Mr. Kallow also stressed the importance of fathers as an untapped resource in combating youth violence.. In both 2009 & 2010, Mr. Kallow received an award for his valuable contribution to the Domestic Relations Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County as a court facilitator.
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“I endorse this lawyer. Arthur Kallow of the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd., is an excellent and thoughtful attorney who cares deeply about his clients. Arthur works tireles…”
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Rated 3.4 out of 5
Firm: Yavitz & Levey, LLP
20 S Clark St Ste 1800 , Chicago , Illinois 60603
Practice Areas: Appellate , Child Custody & Visitation, Divorce, Domestic Partnership, Family , Paternity, Family
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“I highly endorse Mr. Levey. Very knowledgeable and caring attorney who achieves great results in representing clients! I want all people to contact him for help.”
