Mr McArdle has been my attorney for many years. He has handled 2 divorces, a very difficult…read moreadoption, and several real estate matters. He is so kind and takes time with you. He has also handled all the wills for my family. I would not use any other attorney!

I feel like this review will never be enough to express how incredibly grateful I am to Gunnar and…read morehis paralegal Amy!! I had truly given up on believing I would ever see a dime in child support I was owed from the last almost 10 years. My case was a complete disaster and even the state's attorney was unable to help me or guide me in right direction! I felt truly helpless! From the moment I had my initial consultation with Gunnar I felt as if I was finally being heard. Gunnar assured me, with all confidence, that he would be able to not only take on my case but that he would get the ball rolling immediately! I knew from that point on I was with the right attorney. Gunnar and Amy never missed a beat. Gunnar's attention to detail was truly remarkable. From the beginning I could truly feel how passionate Gunnar's love for law was! This is why I was finally able to have peace of mind that everything was going to work out. In the end I walked away with getting back every penny owed to me!!! Gunnar and Amy are both truly amazing and made this entire process so smooth and quick. I will forever be so thankful to this law firm and recommend Gunnar to anyone that wants an amazing lawyer to get the job done accurately and quickly!

I highly recommend Stephanie Kasten of Gitlin Law Firm. She is a high-powered, highly skilled…read moreattorney who truly fights for fathers' rights in child custody cases. Stephanie was incredibly detail-oriented throughout my case and consistently demonstrated genuine family values and care. She walked me through every step of the process, making sure I understood what to expect and always felt supported. She is not only a strong advocate, but also a very compassionate and caring individual. Her support staff is equally impressive -- especially Kim, the paralegal, who was always helpful, responsive, and kind. If you're looking for an attorney who combines expertise, strength, and heart, Stephanie Kasten is the one you want in your corner.

We needed to have a will prepared along with powers of attorney and health care. We made the…read moreappointment and Stacey and her paralegal spent an incredible amount of time with us to insure that everything had been considered and documented. And then, before all the final papers were signed, they sent us an email copy to proofread. The preparation of these documents requires a lot of care and expertise,; Stacey and her staff obviously have the necessary skills and working with them has been a real pleasure. Both of us feel comfortable with the legal services we received and don't hesitate this to recommend Stacey Rhody to our friends and associates.

From the first consultation, Steve Brody made us feel heard and supported. He explained everything…read moreclearly, laid out our options, and handled all the communication on our behalf. It was such a relief knowing someone so experienced was in our corner. Steve not only helped us resolve the issue, but also made sure we understood our rights and how to avoid similar issues in the future. If you're facing a situation where you need a trustworthy lawyer, I highly recommend his firm. Legal issues can be overwhelming, but they made the process smooth and much less stressful.

After three months of negligible progress and virtually no communication--despite being told my…read morecase would take about six weeks--I dismissed Steve Brody and retained a new firm. I initially hired the firm in early June after a positive consultation with Tim, who assured me my amicable divorce would be quick and straightforward. My ex and I had already agreed on a parenting plan and asset division; I only needed legal review. In three months, Steve spoke with me once (June 28), during which he suggested filing a counter-petition, but I told him this was not needed since we already had a plan in place. I submitted my financial affidavit, and my ex promptly provided hers and our parenting plan, yet Steve never followed up to review these key documents. In late August, I learned from my ex that her attorney had not received my affidavit and that a court hearing was scheduled in three days. Steve failed to notify me of the hearing or provide any updates despite repeated emails. At the hearing, he reportedly told the judge he needed more time to respond and to file a counter-petition, directly contradicting my instructions. I repeatedly emailed Steve and his assistant Anna without replies (see timeline below) and ultimately requested that Tim take over my case. Though Tim acknowledged my concerns, no follow-up from Steve occurred, and on September 4 I ended Steve's representation. Below is a record of calls/emails to Steve's office that went unanswered: 7/1: email to Steve with a question about my financial affidavit. No reply 7/23: email to Anna asking for the status of my financial affidavit. No reply. 8/14: email to Anna asking what happens next, since my financials were submitted. No reply 8/22: follow-up to Anna asking if she saw my previous emails. No reply 8/25: email to Steve asking about the status of my case. No reply 8/26: email to Steve sharing my concern about the lack of communication, what would happen in court in 3 days, and for an update as to what happens next in my case. No reply 8/27: emailed Steve 4 specific questions about my case, and told him I'd like a reply by the end of the day. He responded that he would call me that evening. No call was received. 8/28: email to Steve indicating that I never received a call from him. I still want the info requested. No reply 9/4: notified Steve that he will no longer be representing me Steve's lack of communication and inaction were unprofessional and unacceptable. By contrast, my new attorney accomplished more for me in two weeks than Steve did in three months. If you need to verify Steve's level of professionalism, simply go look at their FB page.

Franks, Gerkin, Ponitz & Greeley FGPG…read moreHands down is the law firm to call when you need legal counsel and representation for all your legal needs! Joe Ponitz is simply the best! He handles all of our legal matters with honesty, brilliance, compassion, courage and respect!! Words don't do justice describing how Joe has helped me and my family with our legal battles over the years but I will tell you this, if you want someone to fight for your justice and leave no stone unturned while providing true peace of mind, knowing that he's got your back then Joe and his teammates are the attorneys for you!!!!!

I made a real estate purchase that was somewhat complicated. Rebecca A. Lamm walked me through…read moreevery step. She is a pro. She was also there at the signing to answer questions and protect my interests. This law firm provides very personal service. It was 5 years ago and I still get a holiday card every year. I highly recommend.

I feel completely betrayed by Mr. Haff and deeply disappointed in how he handled my family law…read morecase. Throughout the entire process, he went to court only four times, and during those appearances he said little to nothing--mostly just telling me not to speak to the judge myself. At no point did he advocate for me or make any meaningful effort to help my case. I fulfilled every requirement expected of me, yet he failed to ensure that critical steps were taken, such as making sure I received a service plan. I actually had to request it myself, even though he was in the courtroom when it should have been addressed. I paid him $3,000 for representation, and later he charged me an additional $1,500--then sued me for that amount after providing minimal legal support. His lack of communication, effort, and professionalism left me feeling completely unrepresented and taken advantage of. Given his conduct, I am firmly considering filing a formal complaint with the Bar Association. In my opinion, Mr. Haff's actions fell far below the standard of care expected from an attorney, and I would strongly caution anyone considering hiring him for family law matters.

I helped my daughter with her divorce experience several years ago. She was divorcing a…read morenarcissistic sociopath (tested by a psychologist) --there were 3 children involved. Mr. Haaff did nothing after a 4000.00 retainer fee. He NEVER answered calls until I left voice messages begging him to call back. My daughter was in nursing school and he did nothing to help with child support--she got zero . This man should be disbarred. The sociopath got half custody (his dad happened to be a court cop where the judge presided. His daughter is in therapy now. Thank you Chriss Haaff for nothing --DO NOT EMPLOY THIS MAN FOR YOUR DIVORCE IF YOU'RE A WOMAN!!!!!

You won't find a more efficient, professional attorney who counsels her clients with the highest…read moreintegrity. Michelle handled a past divorce and legal separation and put my mind at ease. Timely, effective and didn't waste time or money. She is honest and worth every penny I spent! Michelle Gehris is the best attorney in McHenry county for a reason!

Excellent person to represent your case. Helped with my fiancé's custody battle case always…read moreprofessional and passionate about his work! Thank you!

Rick was my attorney for my divorce. He was so attentive to my wants and really fought for me and…read moremy girls. He is very responsive to my emails and phone calls even if it's to say "hey I'm in court until xyz time, I will review your email when I get out". I've called him late at night with urgent concerns and he always answers the phone. He got me everything I wanted in my divorce which involved a very ugly custody battle, but overall I am ver satisfied with his service. He is very committed to his clients. He open and honest as to what is achievable and what is reaching so that you aren't wasting your money on stuff that you might not win. Thank you Rick for all your hard work in my circus of a divorce. Especially since opposing counsel was less than cooperstive