My kid has been going to art workshops, classes, and parties at MAKEart since they opened their…read moredoors! I attend the no-pressure watercolor classes as my schedule allows. The kid is artistic and I am not at all, but we both enjoy the hell out of all of it. Heather is a talented artist and educator. She has a deep understanding of art and art history. This comes through in her own work, of course, but also in how she talks about and guides people through their own projects. She is also one of the kindest people you'll meet. Heather can instantly connect with anyone--literally anyone. She helps people feel at ease and encourages their growth. This disposition, combined with her talent and knowledge, makes for an unforgettable experience. We are so lucky to have this wonderful studio in Downers Grove!

Three years ago was a very difficult time in my life and after a year of this. I lost control of…read moremy emotions I was an angry hurt person and didn't know how to help myself my daughter recommended counseling. I found a place called Finding Balance and started seeing a counselor, by the name of Dave he has helped me to see how many events in my life had brought me to the place I was at as well as allowing me to discover a much stronger, confident and self-loving person within myself. I have been fortunate to work with him for two years now and he has helped me become the best ME I can. He always senses when I may be stumbling on my path and weighed down by self-imposed negativity, and offers kind and gentle insights.. He always knows exactly the right questions to ask, or offer the tools I need, so that I may see the positive steps that I need to take, which are often before me. No matter how I may have felt upon entering his office, I ALWAYS feel ten times better when I leave. I truly feel that so much of the success in my personal life has come from him helping me to see and realize the person I am. I could never thank him enough for what he has done for me.

My three year old takes a preschool class once a week with Jenny. We've been going for a few…read moremonths now and she is fantastic! She is so patient and kind with the little ones! He does art projects, sings songs, plays instruments, games, etc. Jenny even plays the guitar! I can already tell that he is soaking up so much. Paper Lantern is such a little gem in Oak Park. I would highly recommend this program to parents interested in immersing their toddlers and kids into a new language.

I met Jenny last summer (summer of 2016) when I needed a translator to help me talk to the mom of…read moremy Chinese foreign exchange student. Jenny went out of her way (literally out of her way... we had to meet in Chinatown) for a very last minute meeting - she rearranged her schedule to accommodate my impromptu request because we had a small window of time before my student's mom was returning to China. I thought Jenny was very professional and she was also super sweet. Her rates were beyond reasonable. I would highly recommend her or her business to anyone.

I don't even know where to begin with this law group, All I can say is that they are very…read moreunprofessional unethical and the only thing this law group is good at is racking up your lawyer fees. I started a divorce in 2015 and 3 years later when I fired them I was in the exact same spot. Nothing was resolved I was lied to and I was given no legal advice. When asked Nancy Donolon what to do her exact words, "I don't know how much money you have to spend." No communication and I received only 2 bills in the 3 years I was there. Please save your money and do not go to this law office.

On child representation and transgender rights... Diane Panos $ her associates offer clear…read morecommunication and have represented me most effectively with unfailing attention to detail. Diane pursued my case (and that of my child's) with immediacy and most effectively as if her own child's welfare was on the line. I cannot imagine having gone to anyone else!

Drafted my will for me, did a wonderful job at a great price! I have some complex circumstances and…read moreshe reviewed it all carefully and gave me wonderful advice.

Carol has been my attorney for at least twenty-five years. Needless to say, I have needed an…read moreattorney several times during that time (either for me or for a mber of my family). Carol has assisted me with trusts, wills, elder-care issues, pre-nuptial agreement, spousal Medicaid laws, and familial legal problems. In legal areas which Carol does not practice, she has recommended other attorneys multiple times. For example, a family member needed a family law attorney. Carol recommended an appropriate attorney. That attorney was able to consult my family member and we loved her. Over the years, Carol's advice has been and continues to be invaluable to me; just a phone number away. Carol has many unique skills, such as the ability to speak 'in plain English' such that I could easily understand all the pros and cons of the specific issue leading to a well-informed decision. Not only does she point out the legal pros and cons, but she also points out potential outcomes. She explains all sides of the issues. Throughout the years, especially during difficult times, Carol treated me with respect, trust, empathy and honesty. Her knowledge of the law is unsurpassed! I can't imagine my life without her support, advice and consult.

Bernadine was my clinical supervisor for almost a year and provides excellent supervisor. Bernadine…read morehas extensive experience in the social work field and has a lot of insight into best practices in clinical social work. I definitely recommend Bernadine for anyone that seeks clinical supervision for LCSW.

Supervision is a crucial part of reflective practice and an integral part of social work. Bernadine…read moreprovides a safe and sacred environment, in which I have had the opportunity to reflect on my social work practice, decisions and interventions- as well as: critically analyse knowledge, values and skills. In addition, Bernadine has greatly helped my understanding of the work I am undertaking. I cannot recommend Bernadine enough for your social work supervision. She is experienced, intelligent, funny, and very kind. Bernadine is a perfect example of what an "ideal" social worker is made of. She has gone out of her way countless times to help me with situations or to simply lend an ear for me to vent. She is dependable and reliable. Lastly, Bernadine is truly personable and instantly likable! I CANNOT RECOMMEND HER ENOUGH!!!!! I know for a fact I would not be as successful as I have been if it were not for her! She has a heart of gold, truly. We need more social workers and people in general like her in this world!

Filled out the online form to get a consultation. I was in need of all of the estate planning…read moreitems, will, trust, advance directives, POA, etc.. Received a call the next day from Robin and had to let it go to voicemail as I was in a meeting. Attempted to call Robin back 10 minutes later and received her voicemail stating she would return my call in 24 hours. Left my name and cell #. Never heard back from Robin or anyone at Law Hesselbaum. Found someone else to take care of my estate needs. Seems like they did not need my business. Poor communication.

My wife and I hired Zach from Elder Law to design a trust for us. He was light and cool. Held our…read morehands through our inexperience and made easy to understand suggestions to avoid potential pitfalls. We will certainly recommend him to our friends and look forward to working with him further in the future. Thank you Zach!

I hired Erin in 2012 to handle custody modification and support cases…read more Although I absolutely have a personal bias regarding Erin's passive approach to my cases, I also have professional and educational experiences which cause me to be wary of her lack of understanding as to how litigation should be approached for the best interest of her clients and the children involved. Specifically, I have 8 years of college education (undergrad and graduate degrees in psychology), and for the past 3 years I have studied and conducted research regarding the effects of divorce. My frustration with Erin's approach to my cases is perhaps best summarized by her suggestion of 'putting together something that will pass through the court' (her words - verbatim on 3-23-2012) rather than doing what I felt was in the best interest of my children. I believe that her approach to my case was extremely passive and felt as if she was simply pushing papers rather than fighting for the best interest of my daughters and myself. In court Erin laughed and joked with the opposing counsel while I waited to speak with her, and while we were waiting for our case to be heard she sat with opposing counsel, still joking and laughing, rather than sitting with me to discuss the case. Throughout the process, I asked Erin and her staff many technical questions about the process of and implications custody and support litigation, and I think that she interpreted this as a threat rather than as an opportunity to educate a client in order to be as informed as possible. Many of my questions went unanswered, and some answers that I received from her and her staff were so heavy in legal-speak that I did not understand. When I informed Erin that I was upset that she withheld information from me and that I disagreed with her approach, Erin walked away from my case, citing a 'breakdown in communication' and keeping ~$2,500 of my retainer. I also had other disagreements with Erin's approach to my cases, and it's my opinion that if you simply want an attorney to file papers and to show up to court, then she will do a fine job. However her fees are rather high ($6,000 retainer, $200 non-refundable consultation fee, $200-300 per hour thereafter). And in my cases she did not advocate on my behalf or present herself in court with enough assertiveness or client-centered empathy to be effective. Please contact me for additional information or for details about this review.

Hiring an attorney to handle a divorce, especially when you have children, is very stressful. As…read moresoon as I met Erin, I just knew I was in good hands, and I was right! I had an incredibly difficult/messy divorce, and Erin managed everything perfectly every step of the way. It is very obvious that when she walks into the courtroom she has the utmost respect of every attorney and clerk in there, as well as the judge, and that's because of the way she carries herself. Erin is incredibly intelligent, but also very humble and respectful, and that goes a long way in the courtroom! Erin has always listened to my concerns, gave me excellent advice, and guided me in the right direction throughout the entire process! My ex-husband acted as his own attorney, so the process took about two years, and Erin handled every ridiculous curveball professionally and with grace. In the end, I got every single thing I wanted, and my ex-husband fought her every step of the way. That goes to show just how amazing Erin is; she never faltered or lost passion for my case, not once! My divorce ended about a year ago, and Erin still checks in on me- she's just so kind and genuinely cares about her clients! Also, if you need help with an order of protection or guardian ad litem, Erin has associates and recommendations that have been very accommodating and just as wonderful as she is. If you are debating on an attorney, like a previous reviewer said, HIRE ERIN!! She is the absolute best of the best!!