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Scott M Gordon 

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Attorney Scott Gordon has consistently demonstrated superior representation of his divorce and family law clients. Within his practice, Attorney Scott Gordon handles child support, child custody, visitation, divorce, relocation, and father's rights. An American College of Law graduate, Attorney Scott Gordon has been guiding families to agreeable solutions for over 25 years. Allow Attorney Scott Gordon the opportunity to represent you in your current legal struggle by calling his office today!

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Review

by Google
4.40
7 reviews  

Attorney Dayna Perlut is very knowledgeable and she made me feel confidence that I can rely on her they out the divorce process . Was available to answer a call or an email in a timely manner. I highly recommend this law firm.

Mr. Gordon did a great job. The communication was prompt and he was always available to answer questions. He was extremely fair, completed everything in a timely matter and was thorough and efficient. I would highly recommend him and his team!

I referred a friend to Scott and I'm pleased to say that he did a great job representing her for her divorce. He got her a fair settlement, made the process as easy as possible for all involved, and charged a fair price for his services. I strongly recommend Scott if you're looking for a great attorney to represent you!

I came to Gordon & Perlut 2 years ago and when I say he did his thang for me and my rights and making sure I got everything I wanted and not to Mention he has excellent payment plans that anybody will be able to make payments for... I will forever be grateful I had two great Lawyers who had my back from day one we more like friends he is a very understandable man to work with I love these lawyers y’all better listen I came to them crying and today I walked away with the best victory I get my daughter and get to give her a better life thanks to there hard work❤️❤️❤️❤️

Scott Gordon was a great choice. After meeting with several attorneys I meet with Scott and one of his associates. I was going through a divorce and needed help with the legal process and custody of my daughter. He was incredibly knowledgeable, and was very responsive. My case was handled with care and I was very happy with the end result. Scott and the attorneys were always there to answer questions and was quick to respond to me if and when I needed anything, and I felt like they all cared about me and my daughter. My case was resolved in a timely manner, and the real benefit was the future relationship with my daughter. I would highly recommend Scott Gordon & Associates for any member of your family going through a divorce with or without children. They are excellent at what they do.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Attorney Dayna Perlut is very knowledgeable and she made me feel confidence that I can rely on her they out the divorce process . Was available to answer a call or an email in a timely manner. I highly recommend this law firm.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Gordon did a great job. The communication was prompt and he was always available to answer questions. He was extremely fair, completed everything in a timely matter and was thorough and efficient. I would highly recommend him and his team!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I referred a friend to Scott and I'm pleased to say that he did a great job representing her for her divorce. He got her a fair settlement, made the process as easy as possible for all involved, and charged a fair price for his services. I strongly recommend Scott if you're looking for a great attorney to represent you!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I came to Gordon & Perlut 2 years ago and when I say he did his thang for me and my rights and making sure I got everything I wanted and not to Mention he has excellent payment plans that anybody will be able to make payments for... I will forever be grateful I had two great Lawyers who had my back from day one we more like friends he is a very understandable man to work with I love these lawyers y’all better listen I came to them crying and today I walked away with the best victory I get my daughter and get to give her a better life thanks to there hard work❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    Scott Gordon was a great choice. After meeting with several attorneys I meet with Scott and one of his associates. I was going through a divorce and needed help with the legal process and custody of my daughter. He was incredibly knowledgeable, and was very responsive. My case was handled with care and I was very happy with the end result. Scott and the attorneys were always there to answer questions and was quick to respond to me if and when I needed anything, and I felt like they all cared about me and my daughter. My case was resolved in a timely manner, and the real benefit was the future relationship with my daughter. I would highly recommend Scott Gordon & Associates for any member of your family going through a divorce with or without children. They are excellent at what they do.

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Olga Stambler 

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Aiming for client satisfaction, Attorney Olga Stambler works diligently toward solutions that make the most sense for her divorce and family law clients. Driven to guarantee client satisfaction, Attorney Olga Stambler is present for her clients at every stage of their child custody, child support, and divorce case. She also serves as a member of the American Association for Justice and the American Bar Association. Attorney Olga Stambler’s noteworthy accomplishments have led to her receipt of the Super Lawyer and American Institute of Trial Lawyers - Litigator of the Year awards. Attorney Olga Stambler graduated from Fordham University School of Law and has since earned the recognition as one of the top divorce and family law attorneys in the US. When you hire Attorney Olga Stambler, you will never feel as though you have to handle your divorce and family law case alone.

Fee Structure: no win , no fee

 Website

Review

by Google
5.00
21 reviews  

I would highly recommend Hurst, Robin and Kay. Olga Allen is my attorney; she has helped me through the toughest time in my life. She is extremely dedicated, productive and knowledgeable. She has helped move my case along, not leave it sitting stagnate. She fights for my family and has been successful in helping get my child the services he needs.She responds to email within 24 hours and offers a variety solutions to all correspondences. I have worked with a few other and none of them compare to HRK. Outstanding FIRM!

John Kay was my divorce attorney and he was very attentive and was always there to answer any questions that I had. In this weird time, where everything was done via phone and zoom, he made this a very smooth process. I would highly recommend John and Hurst, Robin & Kay if you are need of an attorney. Great experience overall.

Brian Hurst and his staff represented me during a complex, grueling and bitter three-year divorce battle. Mr. Hurst's professionalism and knowledge of the law is only outweighed by his sincerity and honesty. During the entire process I was treated more like family instead of just another "client." At trial I could not have been in better hands as I was astounded by his confidence, expertise and court room presence. I am extremely happy with the end result and would highly recommend Hurst, Robin, & Kay to anyone who wants world class legal representation.

I highly recommend John Kay and his legal team. I felt confident with John as my attorney representing me. Hurst, Robin, & Kay LLC is professional, caring, and straight to the point. Everything was done in a timely manner and I was given patience when needed. I am happy with my representation and my results.

John Kay was a great help in my custody litigation with my ex wife. John was very professional and gave great advice in regards to my case.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I would highly recommend Hurst, Robin and Kay. Olga Allen is my attorney; she has helped me through the toughest time in my life. She is extremely dedicated, productive and knowledgeable. She has helped move my case along, not leave it sitting stagnate. She fights for my family and has been successful in helping get my child the services he needs.She responds to email within 24 hours and offers a variety solutions to all correspondences. I have worked with a few other and none of them compare to HRK. Outstanding FIRM!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    John Kay was my divorce attorney and he was very attentive and was always there to answer any questions that I had. In this weird time, where everything was done via phone and zoom, he made this a very smooth process. I would highly recommend John and Hurst, Robin & Kay if you are need of an attorney. Great experience overall.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Brian Hurst and his staff represented me during a complex, grueling and bitter three-year divorce battle. Mr. Hurst's professionalism and knowledge of the law is only outweighed by his sincerity and honesty. During the entire process I was treated more like family instead of just another "client." At trial I could not have been in better hands as I was astounded by his confidence, expertise and court room presence. I am extremely happy with the end result and would highly recommend Hurst, Robin, & Kay to anyone who wants world class legal representation.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I highly recommend John Kay and his legal team. I felt confident with John as my attorney representing me. Hurst, Robin, & Kay LLC is professional, caring, and straight to the point. Everything was done in a timely manner and I was given patience when needed. I am happy with my representation and my results.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    John Kay was a great help in my custody litigation with my ex wife. John was very professional and gave great advice in regards to my case.

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Derek Bradford 

 Website

Aiming for client satisfaction, Attorney Derek Bradford works diligently toward solutions that make the most sense for his divorce and family law clients. Attorney Derek Bradford regularly assists those who are dealing with divorce and family law matters. Attorney Derek Bradford is a member of the American Bar Association and the National Bar Association. Attorney Derek Bradford’s noteworthy accomplishments have led to his receipt of the Super Lawyer and National Advocates - Top 100 Lawyers awards. Look no further, as your divorce and family law attorney is ready to assist.

Fee Structure: NO WIN NO FEE

 Website

Review

by Google
4.30
11 reviews  

I have had a very good experience with Bradford & Gordon. They handled my divorce as well as a pre-nuptial agreement for my current marriage. I felt that they were invested in my well-being (personal, financial and emotional) throughout the entire process, and that they were fair, honest and direct at all times, which I greatly appreciate. I have since referred them to several friends and friends-of-friends, who also have positive things to say about Derek, Mitch and their team.

2.0 stars Posted by Paul December 9, 2019 While Mr. Bradford seemed very supportive and enthusiastic when I first retained him, his attention to my case dwindled as it went forward in court. As time went on I found it very difficult to get a hold of Mr. Bradford in a timely way, even as some conflicts with my ex required a timely response. When my case eventually came to its climactic appearance before the court Mr. Bradford handled himself very poorly before the judge, to the extent that the judge became very angry at Mr. Bradford and ordered him to sit down in the spectator's area and remain silent. I was left to speak for myself as my case was settled. Mr. Bradford then asked me not to mention what had happened to anyone.

Derek is a honest, reliable savvy divorce attorney. He was a strong advocate for me and my children. He was an excellent steward of my time and money and available whenever I needed to consult about an issue. I have recommended him to a number of people and would be willing to recommend him to more!

It appeared Mitchell Gordon and his team were very thorough and helpful when taking on my case which had been delayed in pre-trial court for 2 plus previous years. I thought I had found a good, ethical representative for me, but when the time came to 'negotiate' with the trial judge and the ex's unscrupulous attorney, the monies I was told I would be getting paid back to me, for example: monthly support from my ex, court ordered to me during the divorce in which he refused to pay, $40K the ex deceivingly took out of one of our joint accouts which I had pointed out to Mitchell and ask him to go after (in which he said he would), but did not, $70K the ex had accused me of stealing and told I had to pay him back, in which I had provided evidence to the contrary numerous times and was told I was cleared of, plus other items totaling ~$300K, Mitchell Gordon let my ex walk away with. I was yelled at, threatened, gas-lighted and told if I didn't pay the ex these monies, I would be forced to go to trial. All that this attorney wanted to do was end the divorce proceedings quickly no matter what it cost me. Do not believe any attorney who tells you they will make sure you get the funds owed you 'at the end' of the divorce. It Never happens. After a 30 plus year marriage as a stay at home mom of 3, my disabled son and I have had to now figure out how we will live on much less than we were promised and suppose to have received, but never will. In addition, at one point I was told by this attorney that he did not need my business, because I was not receiving very much in the settlement anyway and he had many other wealthier clients. This did not seem to matter though when I asked him to forgive $10K of my very large last invoice, but he refused. I ended up paying this attorney over $64K to finalize a divorce where I ended up losing ~$300K to my ex which belonged to me and my son. Beware.

I can't control whether or not my client's ex spouses write reviews on Google under fake names, but that has happened here. I have contacted Google and they will not remove the reviews made people's fake identities (Tom Son). I appreciate my actual client's that gave me a fair and thought out review.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I have had a very good experience with Bradford & Gordon. They handled my divorce as well as a pre-nuptial agreement for my current marriage. I felt that they were invested in my well-being (personal, financial and emotional) throughout the entire process, and that they were fair, honest and direct at all times, which I greatly appreciate. I have since referred them to several friends and friends-of-friends, who also have positive things to say about Derek, Mitch and their team.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    2.0 stars Posted by Paul December 9, 2019 While Mr. Bradford seemed very supportive and enthusiastic when I first retained him, his attention to my case dwindled as it went forward in court. As time went on I found it very difficult to get a hold of Mr. Bradford in a timely way, even as some conflicts with my ex required a timely response. When my case eventually came to its climactic appearance before the court Mr. Bradford handled himself very poorly before the judge, to the extent that the judge became very angry at Mr. Bradford and ordered him to sit down in the spectator's area and remain silent. I was left to speak for myself as my case was settled. Mr. Bradford then asked me not to mention what had happened to anyone.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    Derek is a honest, reliable savvy divorce attorney. He was a strong advocate for me and my children. He was an excellent steward of my time and money and available whenever I needed to consult about an issue. I have recommended him to a number of people and would be willing to recommend him to more!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    It appeared Mitchell Gordon and his team were very thorough and helpful when taking on my case which had been delayed in pre-trial court for 2 plus previous years. I thought I had found a good, ethical representative for me, but when the time came to 'negotiate' with the trial judge and the ex's unscrupulous attorney, the monies I was told I would be getting paid back to me, for example: monthly support from my ex, court ordered to me during the divorce in which he refused to pay, $40K the ex deceivingly took out of one of our joint accouts which I had pointed out to Mitchell and ask him to go after (in which he said he would), but did not, $70K the ex had accused me of stealing and told I had to pay him back, in which I had provided evidence to the contrary numerous times and was told I was cleared of, plus other items totaling ~$300K, Mitchell Gordon let my ex walk away with. I was yelled at, threatened, gas-lighted and told if I didn't pay the ex these monies, I would be forced to go to trial. All that this attorney wanted to do was end the divorce proceedings quickly no matter what it cost me. Do not believe any attorney who tells you they will make sure you get the funds owed you 'at the end' of the divorce. It Never happens. After a 30 plus year marriage as a stay at home mom of 3, my disabled son and I have had to now figure out how we will live on much less than we were promised and suppose to have received, but never will. In addition, at one point I was told by this attorney that he did not need my business, because I was not receiving very much in the settlement anyway and he had many other wealthier clients. This did not seem to matter though when I asked him to forgive $10K of my very large last invoice, but he refused. I ended up paying this attorney over $64K to finalize a divorce where I ended up losing ~$300K to my ex which belonged to me and my son. Beware.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I can't control whether or not my client's ex spouses write reviews on Google under fake names, but that has happened here. I have contacted Google and they will not remove the reviews made people's fake identities (Tom Son). I appreciate my actual client's that gave me a fair and thought out review.

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Izabela Kawiec, 

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Attorney Izabela Krawiec welcomes the challenge of a complex divorce and family law matter. Attorney Izabela Krawiec is an asset in the field of divorce and family law and has handled cases comprising family law appeals, grandparent's rights, adoption, and palimony. Attorney Izabela Krawiec is a member of the American Bar Foundation. Recognized for her insightful contributions to the legal profession, Attorney Izabela Krawiec received the Best Attorneys in America and Super Lawyer awards. Since graduating from the New Charter University (formerly Andrew Jackson University), Attorney Izabela Krawiec has shown noteworthy accomplishments in the practice of divorce and family law. When you hire Attorney Izabela Krawiec, you will never feel as though you have to handle your divorce and family law case alone.

Fee Structure: No Fees, We Win

 Website

Review

by Google
5.00
12 reviews  

My divorce had some complexity but Jenny had no idea how to handle it and kept charging me anyway. I ended up BROKE. There are thousands of lawyers in Chicago, nearly any other one is better. She’s a clerk, not a lawyer, and should not be charging like one.

Izabela K. was very friendly, personable, and attentive to me. I felt that she represented me and my concerns very well.

I'm thankful to have found the Jeltes Law Offices. Izabela was professional, responsive, and so comforting during the whole process. She kept me informed and explained each step of the process, which was a huge relief to me. The support staff who also helped with my case were helpful and did a great job. I appreciate the transparent billing/rates and the ability to pay in multiple ways (credit card, venmo, check). I would absolutely recommend the Law Offices of J. Jeltes!

I had the pleasure of working with Jenny Jeltes and Kelly Bennett. They were both beyond phenomenal in the handling of my case. I could not have endured the process without having them on my side. They were professional at all times and constantly put my mind at ease when I became frustrated with the process. I highly recommend them and will definitely utilize their services again (if needed). They earned my trust and the services were very affordable. I would definitely use them again in the future (if needed).

Kelly was the absolute BEST! I was referred to her and Jenny through a friend, and I am SO glad I retained them. I was fighting to get child support that was owed to me for over 23 years - and within a few months finally got the arrearage and some of the interest paid to me. They always kept me informed of what was happening, and never gave me a hard time no matter how many questions I asked. Basically, they changed my life and my daughter's, and I will forever be grateful!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    My divorce had some complexity but Jenny had no idea how to handle it and kept charging me anyway. I ended up BROKE. There are thousands of lawyers in Chicago, nearly any other one is better. She’s a clerk, not a lawyer, and should not be charging like one.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Izabela K. was very friendly, personable, and attentive to me. I felt that she represented me and my concerns very well.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I'm thankful to have found the Jeltes Law Offices. Izabela was professional, responsive, and so comforting during the whole process. She kept me informed and explained each step of the process, which was a huge relief to me. The support staff who also helped with my case were helpful and did a great job. I appreciate the transparent billing/rates and the ability to pay in multiple ways (credit card, venmo, check). I would absolutely recommend the Law Offices of J. Jeltes!

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I had the pleasure of working with Jenny Jeltes and Kelly Bennett. They were both beyond phenomenal in the handling of my case. I could not have endured the process without having them on my side. They were professional at all times and constantly put my mind at ease when I became frustrated with the process. I highly recommend them and will definitely utilize their services again (if needed). They earned my trust and the services were very affordable. I would definitely use them again in the future (if needed).

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Kelly was the absolute BEST! I was referred to her and Jenny through a friend, and I am SO glad I retained them. I was fighting to get child support that was owed to me for over 23 years - and within a few months finally got the arrearage and some of the interest paid to me. They always kept me informed of what was happening, and never gave me a hard time no matter how many questions I asked. Basically, they changed my life and my daughter's, and I will forever be grateful!

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James A Palmisano 

 Website

To receive the persistent care needed for your divorce or family case, turn to the attorney who is one of the best in the business. Attorney James Palmisano is a skilled mediator who has shown success in guiding families toward amicable resolutions in the event of child custody, child support, alimony, divorce, prenuptial agreements, and protection orders disagreements. Attorney James Palmisano is a member of several prestigious legal organizations, such as the American Bar Association and the East/West Family Law Bar. A named Best Attorneys in America and Super Lawyer award recipient, Attorney James Palmisano possesses the skills needed to reach favorable outcomes for his clients. Attorney James Palmisano earned his JD from the University of Illinois College of Law and has applied compassion and professionalism to every case he manages. Consult with Attorney James Palmisano, the top attorney who knows what it takes to obtain positive results.

Fee Structure: THE RIGHT LAW FIRM MAKES A DIFFERENCE

 Website justia.com

Review

by Google
4.40
25 reviews  

I had nothing but good experiences while dealing with Palmisano Law Group. Megan was very attentive and did everything she could for my case. Any questions or concerns I had, she was there to listen and always had an answer. She kept me informed every step of the way and whenever something happened with our case I was informed immediately. Some of these people don’t understand that court takes time & a good lawyer means $$$. The system is jacked up here but that’s not your lawyers fault!!! Thank you Megan for everything you did for us!!

The firm has poorly represented my case and is now giving me an ultimatum to drop my order of protection against my abusive ex (that they recommended) because it directly effects another clients case or they will drop me as a client. Very unprofessional and untrustworthy! Would not recommend!

This law firm represented my family members a complicated dual custody situation. Since two members of the same household had custody and visitation cases arise at they same time they both chose to use the law firm, Palmisano Law Group. The law firm was given every detail of the complicated matters behind the cases. They still chose to request all parties have the same judge and have all parties in the same court room at the same time. Obviously things are more time and cost effective if an attorney has their cases heard in the same place at the same time. Unfortunately, in this complicated situation in which the firm was VERY educated on, they still chose this route. In doing this they created a conflict of interest then told my family members they had to make a choice. My family was told to drop a restraining order that was directed by them, the States Attorney and the police to attain in order to protect them from the conflict of interest they created or find another law firm. This put my family in a situation where they were told choose your safety and lose the over $10,000 you have spent for our services or drop the restraining order. Regardless of the short amount of time Megan Riordan has been practicing family law, someone else from this firm should have stepped in and made appropriate legal decisions based on the best interest of the children, not of the conflict the firm created. It is extremely disappointing to me and my family how unprofessionally this firm handled this case. An appropriate way to handle a conflict that the frim created would have been to assign another attorney from the firm to one of the two cases and request the original judge. It may not have been a foreseen conflict by the firm but their handling of the cases knowing the complications in fact did put all parties in the same place at the same time which did create the conflict. I am a strong believer in fixing an error you make. The Palmisano Law Group made an error. They owed it to their clients to fix it. Instead they chose to be unprofessional and threaten an already distraught family. How disgusting!

This law firm is to say the least a joke. They are thieves at its finest. Read the reviews and beware!!!

I hired his law group explicitly for a child support case in June. They assigned Jennifer Clancy to my case. The judge ordered a DNA test and she told the whole court she had never done a DNA test before and had to ask which lab to use. Extremely unprofessional and belligerent when contacted regarding valid case questions. I fired them in November of 2020 for unnecessarily dragging out my case. The next issue I had with this law group was with getting my unused retainer refunded back to me. They signed an inaccurate check amount in January. They intentionally sat on my check for 3 additional months and purposely dragged mailing out my check out until I contacted them in February. Pretty horrible having to ask where your money is when they didn’t have to ask me where their money was. Do yourself a favor and hire Mary Davis instead of these unprofessional expensive con artists.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I had nothing but good experiences while dealing with Palmisano Law Group. Megan was very attentive and did everything she could for my case. Any questions or concerns I had, she was there to listen and always had an answer. She kept me informed every step of the way and whenever something happened with our case I was informed immediately. Some of these people don’t understand that court takes time & a good lawyer means $$$. The system is jacked up here but that’s not your lawyers fault!!! Thank you Megan for everything you did for us!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    The firm has poorly represented my case and is now giving me an ultimatum to drop my order of protection against my abusive ex (that they recommended) because it directly effects another clients case or they will drop me as a client. Very unprofessional and untrustworthy! Would not recommend!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    This law firm represented my family members a complicated dual custody situation. Since two members of the same household had custody and visitation cases arise at they same time they both chose to use the law firm, Palmisano Law Group. The law firm was given every detail of the complicated matters behind the cases. They still chose to request all parties have the same judge and have all parties in the same court room at the same time. Obviously things are more time and cost effective if an attorney has their cases heard in the same place at the same time. Unfortunately, in this complicated situation in which the firm was VERY educated on, they still chose this route. In doing this they created a conflict of interest then told my family members they had to make a choice. My family was told to drop a restraining order that was directed by them, the States Attorney and the police to attain in order to protect them from the conflict of interest they created or find another law firm. This put my family in a situation where they were told choose your safety and lose the over $10,000 you have spent for our services or drop the restraining order. Regardless of the short amount of time Megan Riordan has been practicing family law, someone else from this firm should have stepped in and made appropriate legal decisions based on the best interest of the children, not of the conflict the firm created. It is extremely disappointing to me and my family how unprofessionally this firm handled this case. An appropriate way to handle a conflict that the frim created would have been to assign another attorney from the firm to one of the two cases and request the original judge. It may not have been a foreseen conflict by the firm but their handling of the cases knowing the complications in fact did put all parties in the same place at the same time which did create the conflict. I am a strong believer in fixing an error you make. The Palmisano Law Group made an error. They owed it to their clients to fix it. Instead they chose to be unprofessional and threaten an already distraught family. How disgusting!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    This law firm is to say the least a joke. They are thieves at its finest. Read the reviews and beware!!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.40
    5 reviews  

    I hired his law group explicitly for a child support case in June. They assigned Jennifer Clancy to my case. The judge ordered a DNA test and she told the whole court she had never done a DNA test before and had to ask which lab to use. Extremely unprofessional and belligerent when contacted regarding valid case questions. I fired them in November of 2020 for unnecessarily dragging out my case. The next issue I had with this law group was with getting my unused retainer refunded back to me. They signed an inaccurate check amount in January. They intentionally sat on my check for 3 additional months and purposely dragged mailing out my check out until I contacted them in February. Pretty horrible having to ask where your money is when they didn’t have to ask me where their money was. Do yourself a favor and hire Mary Davis instead of these unprofessional expensive con artists.

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David W Daudell  

 Website

Ready to help those in need, Attorney David W Daudell firmly stands in his clients’ corners at every stage of their divorce and family law situation. A named American Institute of Family Law Attorneys - 10 Best Law Firms in Client Satisfaction award recipient, Attorney David W Daudell possesses the skills needed to reach favorable outcomes for his clients. A New York Law School graduate, Attorney David W Daudell handles all types of difficult divorce and family law matters. You may feel assured that when you visit the Law Office of David W Daudell, your divorce and family law case will be managed with the qualified representation you deserve.

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Review

by Google
4.90
32 reviews  

This firm is such a pleasure to work with! Even though the situation itself was not a pleasant one, Shaela and her team made the process extremely smooth and easy. She worked very efficiently and was able to get my case resolved very quickly. Huda was also very helpful and assisted in effectively getting my case completed. They truly are looking out for your best interest. A huge thank you to this team - I highly recommend this firm!

Huda is the best! Very helpful, and easy to talk to. Would recommend. Very smooth and easy closing.

Huda good job, thank you so much for all your help! You helped and taught me so much! -Earl

I'm from Indiana and after i had a bad car accident in IL a friend refereed me to Davids Daudell's law firm. Cindy in the office helped me meet and take care of of meetings,payments, and questions i had. David was very fair priced and his firm was very knowledgeable and respectful. 5 stars and will definitely use them again!

Huda was great to work with. Any questions that I had, she was always available to answer. I would definitely work with Huda again.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    This firm is such a pleasure to work with! Even though the situation itself was not a pleasant one, Shaela and her team made the process extremely smooth and easy. She worked very efficiently and was able to get my case resolved very quickly. Huda was also very helpful and assisted in effectively getting my case completed. They truly are looking out for your best interest. A huge thank you to this team - I highly recommend this firm!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Huda is the best! Very helpful, and easy to talk to. Would recommend. Very smooth and easy closing.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Huda good job, thank you so much for all your help! You helped and taught me so much! -Earl

  • Review

    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    I'm from Indiana and after i had a bad car accident in IL a friend refereed me to Davids Daudell's law firm. Cindy in the office helped me meet and take care of of meetings,payments, and questions i had. David was very fair priced and his firm was very knowledgeable and respectful. 5 stars and will definitely use them again!

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    by Google
    4.90
    5 reviews  

    Huda was great to work with. Any questions that I had, she was always available to answer. I would definitely work with Huda again.

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David Daudell  

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For over 20 years, Attorney David Daudell has refined expertise in the area of divorce and family law. Attorney David Daudell's knowledge extends to the areas of domestic partnerships, annulment, palimony, parenting plans, and paternity/parentage. With memberships in the American Bar Association and the Asian Pacific American Lawyers of the Inland Empire, Attorney David Daudell is easily one of the top attorneys to handle your divorce and family law case. Attorney David Daudell is the proud recipient of the Lawyers of Distinction - Nationwide Top Ten Percent of Lawyers and National Academy of Family Law Attorneys - Top Ten Divorce Attorneys awards. Since graduating from the Nashville School of Law in 2000, Attorney David Daudell has held several positions of legal authority and continues to outshine others as one of the best in his field. For over 20 years, Attorney David Daudell has been highlighted as one of the best attorneys to handle your divorce and family law case.

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by Google
5.00
34 reviews  

I have known David Daudell for years. He is professional, succinct, and a fearless advocate for his clients.

Ever since I got my legal service from the office of David Daudell I have gotten everything I have waited for. I have never had a better legal service than them. I highly recommend him. You will not be disappointed.

I got a case for more than a year whit no resolts and I'm calling them no answer. I'm looking for my money back

Huda was great to work with. Any questions that I had, she was always available to answer. I would definitely work with Huda again.

I have been in business for almost 40 years and have used many lawyers over those years. Mr. Daudell is a real "pit-bull." I have seen him argue against 3 lawyers vs. him and he did GREAT! Even the judge commended him on his knowledge of the law. He is a FIGHTER and very fair on his fees. I highly recommend him for all legal issues. He has no ego and if needed will reach out to others should the need occur.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I have known David Daudell for years. He is professional, succinct, and a fearless advocate for his clients.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Ever since I got my legal service from the office of David Daudell I have gotten everything I have waited for. I have never had a better legal service than them. I highly recommend him. You will not be disappointed.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I got a case for more than a year whit no resolts and I'm calling them no answer. I'm looking for my money back

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    Huda was great to work with. Any questions that I had, she was always available to answer. I would definitely work with Huda again.

  • Review

    by Google
    5.00
    5 reviews  

    I have been in business for almost 40 years and have used many lawyers over those years. Mr. Daudell is a real "pit-bull." I have seen him argue against 3 lawyers vs. him and he did GREAT! Even the judge commended him on his knowledge of the law. He is a FIGHTER and very fair on his fees. I highly recommend him for all legal issues. He has no ego and if needed will reach out to others should the need occur.

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Paul A Frigo 

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When Attorney Paul Frigo is on your side, you may feel relieved that your divorce and family law case will be left in competent hands. Within his firm, Attorney Paul Frigo maintains expertise in family law appeals, child custody, child support, divorce, and parenting plans. Attorney Paul Frigo has previously earned the Ten Best Attorneys - Client Satisfaction award. A New York Law School graduate, Attorney Paul Frigo handles all types of difficult divorce and family law matters. If you are looking for experienced legal counsel, Attorney Paul Frigo is only a phone call away.

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Review

by Google
4.50
8 reviews  

Mr. Paul Frigo has represented me in a 2.5 year battle, post-divorce decree/parenting agreement. I am a proactive, very involved single father of 2 who was looking for more (equal) parenting time with my children. Mr. Frigo is a straight shooter and he will be 100% honest with you regarding your case. He advised and counseled while keeping my family’s best interest in mind – he made sure I understood the process and the legal fight we were about to endure. Mr. Frigo listened to every single word and every concern I’ve ever brought to his attention. There was never a time where I waited more than one day (at most) to get a phone call and/or email back from him or his staff. Mr. Frigo even took care of a major situation while he was on vacation with his family! He is an attorney that cares for his clients and that fights for what’s FAIR and what is RIGHT! Mr. Frigo is a professional attorney who is also stern and doesn’t give in when things get tough or messy. I never doubted him or questioned him because he always explained his approach to me in detail and made sure I had all the information I needed to proceed. Mr. Paul Frigo is incredibly knowledgeable in the law, the court system and I couldn’t imagine getting through this fight without him by my side. I would 100% recommend Attorney Paul Frigo to anyone that has go through something as traumatic as this. He will get you through it and he will FIGHT for what is right. Thank you Paul!

Mr. Frigo and staff handled my divorce case with great professionalism, he is very knowledgeable and always kept me informed. The entire team responsiveness to my emails/questions and comments were handled in a quick matter. The best part his fees are reasonable, I will definitely recommend him. BTW, my case went pretty smooth and got a divorce in less than two months.

Paul Frigo is an outstanding divorce and family law attorney first anybody needed that type of legal help. I recommended Paul to many clients who need divorce consultations, and each client is very grateful for Paul’s patience, attention to detail and tenacity. I strongly recommend Paul.

Divorce is a hard, life changing event. Paul Frigo helped me. I was very nervous about what was going to happen to me. Paul and his staff were kind and extremely thorough. A very professional team. I was told so many bad things by other people about the process of divorce. Paul calmed me down and worked with me every step of the way. Extremely classy and knowledgeable. I would highly recommended Paul Frigo to represent you.

I was initially given Paul’s information by an acquaintance and I’m glad I followed up and contacted him. Divorce is by far the hardest thing I have ever gone through in my life but I was lucky to have Paul beside me in every aspect I have dealt with. I can attest to Paul being thorough, honest, upfront, and precise about every trial I personally dealt with and provided me with all options I had to decide upon. I highly suggest contacting him about any questions or concerns, you will not be disappointed. Thank You Paul.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Paul Frigo has represented me in a 2.5 year battle, post-divorce decree/parenting agreement. I am a proactive, very involved single father of 2 who was looking for more (equal) parenting time with my children. Mr. Frigo is a straight shooter and he will be 100% honest with you regarding your case. He advised and counseled while keeping my family’s best interest in mind – he made sure I understood the process and the legal fight we were about to endure. Mr. Frigo listened to every single word and every concern I’ve ever brought to his attention. There was never a time where I waited more than one day (at most) to get a phone call and/or email back from him or his staff. Mr. Frigo even took care of a major situation while he was on vacation with his family! He is an attorney that cares for his clients and that fights for what’s FAIR and what is RIGHT! Mr. Frigo is a professional attorney who is also stern and doesn’t give in when things get tough or messy. I never doubted him or questioned him because he always explained his approach to me in detail and made sure I had all the information I needed to proceed. Mr. Paul Frigo is incredibly knowledgeable in the law, the court system and I couldn’t imagine getting through this fight without him by my side. I would 100% recommend Attorney Paul Frigo to anyone that has go through something as traumatic as this. He will get you through it and he will FIGHT for what is right. Thank you Paul!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Mr. Frigo and staff handled my divorce case with great professionalism, he is very knowledgeable and always kept me informed. The entire team responsiveness to my emails/questions and comments were handled in a quick matter. The best part his fees are reasonable, I will definitely recommend him. BTW, my case went pretty smooth and got a divorce in less than two months.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Paul Frigo is an outstanding divorce and family law attorney first anybody needed that type of legal help. I recommended Paul to many clients who need divorce consultations, and each client is very grateful for Paul’s patience, attention to detail and tenacity. I strongly recommend Paul.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    Divorce is a hard, life changing event. Paul Frigo helped me. I was very nervous about what was going to happen to me. Paul and his staff were kind and extremely thorough. A very professional team. I was told so many bad things by other people about the process of divorce. Paul calmed me down and worked with me every step of the way. Extremely classy and knowledgeable. I would highly recommended Paul Frigo to represent you.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.50
    5 reviews  

    I was initially given Paul’s information by an acquaintance and I’m glad I followed up and contacted him. Divorce is by far the hardest thing I have ever gone through in my life but I was lucky to have Paul beside me in every aspect I have dealt with. I can attest to Paul being thorough, honest, upfront, and precise about every trial I personally dealt with and provided me with all options I had to decide upon. I highly suggest contacting him about any questions or concerns, you will not be disappointed. Thank You Paul.

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Roger Stelk 

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When you are struggling with a difficult divorce and family law issue, reach out to the attorney who has the necessary experience to determine your best course of action. Attorney Roger Stelk regularly assists those who are dealing with divorce, child custody, spousal support, child support, parental rights, and guardianship matters. Attorney Roger Stelk is a member of the American Bar Association. Since graduating from the John Marshall Law School in 1987, Attorney Roger Stelk has held several positions of legal authority and continues to outshine others as one of the best in his field. If you are looking for experienced legal counsel, Attorney Roger Stelk is only a phone call away.

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Review

by Google
4.70
19 reviews  

Roger was my layer for a divorce. I was very satisfied. I don't think anyone "wins" a divorce but I was satisfied with the end result. It was better than I expected was going to happen. As further evidence, the opposing side was not happy with the outcome. I have ot assume Roger made a better argument and was better prepared. He was very fair on the billing. I never felt like I was being overcharged. He quickly responded to all correspondence. I would recommend him!!

I have known Roger Stelk for over 30 years. Roger is a well-respected family law attorney who is dedicated to providing excellent representation to his clients. Roger is a knowledgeable, experienced and exceptional litigator and negotiator. I have always found him to be well prepared and professional when working on opposing sides. I eagerly endorse and recommend Roger Stelk.

I had the opportunity to work with Roger for my first home purchase and truly had a wonderful experience working with him! I was a bit nervous, which I think we all can be, but he was very clear with explaining each and every page and was patient with answering all my questions. I've recommended him to a few of my friends and they have all had amazing experiences as well! I highly recommend Roger!

I have had the privilege of working with Roger Stelk on many of my real estate transactions. Roger gives his clients exceptional service, protects their interests, and also educates them. It is with confidence that I highly recommend Roger for any legal issues.

I have worked with Roger on many real estate transactions and he has always provided outstanding professionalism and his attention to detail is impeccable. I would highly recommend Roger.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    Roger was my layer for a divorce. I was very satisfied. I don't think anyone "wins" a divorce but I was satisfied with the end result. It was better than I expected was going to happen. As further evidence, the opposing side was not happy with the outcome. I have ot assume Roger made a better argument and was better prepared. He was very fair on the billing. I never felt like I was being overcharged. He quickly responded to all correspondence. I would recommend him!!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    I have known Roger Stelk for over 30 years. Roger is a well-respected family law attorney who is dedicated to providing excellent representation to his clients. Roger is a knowledgeable, experienced and exceptional litigator and negotiator. I have always found him to be well prepared and professional when working on opposing sides. I eagerly endorse and recommend Roger Stelk.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    I had the opportunity to work with Roger for my first home purchase and truly had a wonderful experience working with him! I was a bit nervous, which I think we all can be, but he was very clear with explaining each and every page and was patient with answering all my questions. I've recommended him to a few of my friends and they have all had amazing experiences as well! I highly recommend Roger!

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    I have had the privilege of working with Roger Stelk on many of my real estate transactions. Roger gives his clients exceptional service, protects their interests, and also educates them. It is with confidence that I highly recommend Roger for any legal issues.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.70
    5 reviews  

    I have worked with Roger on many real estate transactions and he has always provided outstanding professionalism and his attention to detail is impeccable. I would highly recommend Roger.

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William G Clark 

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For over 38 years, Attorney William Clark has grown his practice to effectively guide divorce and family law clients to peaceful resolutions. Within his practice, Attorney William Clark handles cases involving dissolution of marriage, legal separation, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements, child support, and mediation. Attorney William Clark shares his time as a member of the American Bar Association and the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. Attorney William Clark graduated from DePaul University's College of Law and has since earned recognition as one of the top divorce and family law attorneys in the US. If you are looking for aggressive representation for your divorce and family law matter, then call Attorney William Clark's office now!

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Review

by Google
4.30
6 reviews  

I cannot be sure who "K Weiss" is, yet appreciate antics as a reminder of how grateful I am for William G. Clark, Jr. & Associates, Ltd. I retained Mr. Clark's firm to handle all aspects of my marital dissolution and custody proceedings. William is skilled, prompt, professional and great at his job. I am very happy with his representation and with the outcome of my case and consequently have recommended him to many others seeking divorce advice.

I engaged this attorney to represent me in a post-divorce case. I found this attorney to be less than professional when it came to billing matters. I will give few examples here He has another attorney - John who helps in drafting petitions. My petition moved around between these attorneys and each time I was billed twice given the agreement that I would be billed based on the “time spent”. As a result, for a simple initial petition, I ended up paying twice as much and the initial costs to file petition itself ran in to thousands. He has an assistant who prepares files for court appearances and submits petitions. She billed me for the time spent on “file preparation for the court date”. When William would write me a letter regarding the updates after court appearances, instead of emailing me, he would use his stationary - letter head. His assistant would then write her own elaborate email and forward me William's letter as a pdf attachment. For these simple administrative tasks (submitting petitions/memorandum to the court, forwarding William’s updates), she billed me at $250/Hr which is just as much as regular attorney rates in Chicago. He also drafted needless petitions without consulting me and billed me for the same. They were never used in the litigation. For the pretrial, his co-attorney wrote the memorandum and then he reviewed it, again did final review and then again spent time on it in preparation for pre-trial. The only point I am able to provide to his credit is that he filed petitions timely and was present on court dates. But I would have expected this from any professional lawyer. There are some reputable lawyers on the Clark street and in my opinion, this particular firm is not among them.

The attorneys were great to work with. They handled my complex divorce and kept me up to date. I would highly recommend to work with William for all family law needs.

One of the best divorce attorneys for the money in Chicago. William Clark helped me out in my divorce and kept me informed of my on going custody battle with my wife. Great communicator.

A great divorce attorney to work with for seniors. It is nice to work with William and his staff.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I cannot be sure who "K Weiss" is, yet appreciate antics as a reminder of how grateful I am for William G. Clark, Jr. & Associates, Ltd. I retained Mr. Clark's firm to handle all aspects of my marital dissolution and custody proceedings. William is skilled, prompt, professional and great at his job. I am very happy with his representation and with the outcome of my case and consequently have recommended him to many others seeking divorce advice.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    I engaged this attorney to represent me in a post-divorce case. I found this attorney to be less than professional when it came to billing matters. I will give few examples here He has another attorney - John who helps in drafting petitions. My petition moved around between these attorneys and each time I was billed twice given the agreement that I would be billed based on the “time spent”. As a result, for a simple initial petition, I ended up paying twice as much and the initial costs to file petition itself ran in to thousands. He has an assistant who prepares files for court appearances and submits petitions. She billed me for the time spent on “file preparation for the court date”. When William would write me a letter regarding the updates after court appearances, instead of emailing me, he would use his stationary - letter head. His assistant would then write her own elaborate email and forward me William's letter as a pdf attachment. For these simple administrative tasks (submitting petitions/memorandum to the court, forwarding William’s updates), she billed me at $250/Hr which is just as much as regular attorney rates in Chicago. He also drafted needless petitions without consulting me and billed me for the same. They were never used in the litigation. For the pretrial, his co-attorney wrote the memorandum and then he reviewed it, again did final review and then again spent time on it in preparation for pre-trial. The only point I am able to provide to his credit is that he filed petitions timely and was present on court dates. But I would have expected this from any professional lawyer. There are some reputable lawyers on the Clark street and in my opinion, this particular firm is not among them.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    The attorneys were great to work with. They handled my complex divorce and kept me up to date. I would highly recommend to work with William for all family law needs.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    One of the best divorce attorneys for the money in Chicago. William Clark helped me out in my divorce and kept me informed of my on going custody battle with my wife. Great communicator.

  • Review

    by Google
    4.30
    5 reviews  

    A great divorce attorney to work with for seniors. It is nice to work with William and his staff.

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