We had poor communication. I asked Ms Beatty one question: what might I reasonably expect, in…read moreterms of community property division, if I divorced my husband in Illinois. She never answered the question because she told me on the day of my appointment that she would not speak with me over the phone or by telecommunication: only in person. I told her that I only have one car and I am not free to use it. She still wouldn't talk to me. She just took my $150 and never gave me any legal advice at all. That was the end of it. I just gave her $150 and she gave me nothing.

I highly recommend Ellen. She is super smart and competent. You will be in great hands. She also…read morehas a lot of integrity and will do what's right because it is right.

TLDR: Condescending man, couldn't be bothered with my inquiry. Just trying to get a consult fee…read morefrom me and wasn't interested in my needs. Especially if you're a woman, stay far away from this guy. I was referred to Meyer Capel law firm, and more specifically to Sam Limentato, from another lawyer. I wanted a post-nuptial agreement drawn up. I was informed via email that there is a $175 consultation fee. Totally fine, however, I had a few clarifying questions about if the fee is applied to the work and also the overall cost of drawing up a post-nup. I was then told by Sam that he could take a phone call (for free) to discuss. Great! However, then while on the phone, it was clear that he was unhappy and uncomfortable with taking the call. While on the call he appeared frustrated and annoyed with my questions, acted as if I had done something wrong for asking questions, and there was even a condescending and demeaning tone for most of the discussion. When I asked how much experience he has with drawing up pre/post-nups I was told with an air of superiority, "Let me put it this way. I was the presiding judge over all family law for several years." I'm not sure why he felt the need to then repeat this information at another point in the conversation, likely his own arrogance. Turns out he has only done about a dozen pre/post-nups, which he admitted on the call. He also felt the need to tell me twice that he did not need me as a client and he couldn't care either way if I moved forward with his services. Great way to draw in new business. He then chided me for asking clarifying questions about costs--questions anyone would have. The whole thing left me wondering why he offered me a phone call in the first place if he was so unwilling to participate. I didn't ask for a call, I asked a few clarifying questions and then he offered the call but then treated a potential client with disgust and derision. Needless to say, I did not move forward with his services. I would strongly encourage anyone to avoid this lawyer, especially if you're a woman.

I needed legal assistance after being served with a summons. Meyer Capel was recommended to me by…read moreanother lawyer. I phoned them two weeks before my court date and set up an appointment for a consultation with Lauren McQueen, who claimed to be competent in the necessary legal specialty. Her secretary assured me that she was available to represent me on the Court date. However on the day of the consultation, I was informed Counselor McQueen would not be available to represent me in court, but they would be glad to take the fee for the legal consultation! Happily, Meyer Capel did finally refund their charge nine days later. I am changing my rating accordingly.

If you want to deal with an attorney that knows what hes doing, then John Wilkie is your guy, easy,…read moregoing & explains everything in great detail, it was a pleasure doing business with him

I had an excellent experience working with this attorney. From the very beginning, they were…read moreprofessional, responsive, and truly dedicated to helping me through my case. They took the time to explain everything clearly, kept me informed throughout the entire process, and made sure I understood all my options.

Wow.. I'm surprised this firm is still practicing. Anne Martinkus is a sorry excuse for a guardian…read moread litem. I presented a comprehensive binder filled with evidence demonstrating that my children were being alienated from me by the other parent, yet she dismissed every single page. Upon our first meeting, she didn't even have the professionalism to introduce herself. It felt as though she had already taken a side simply because I am the father. Additionally, she advised against confiscating my children's cell phone--which I own and pay for--despite its irresponsible use. Well done, Martinkus, well done. Guess what? My case was ruled in my favor with the other parent alienating my children from me with no help from Martinky. Your firm gets no stars.. just globs if it were even possible. I give you 5 globs.

I have used two lawyers in this firm and both were excellent. The first lawyer provided advice…read morerelated to the will left by my late husband and also prepared a revocable trust for me. The second lawyer has prepared my taxes for several years and I am very happy with the work he has done as well as with the timeliness of the work. I would highly recommend this firm for any legal work needed. I have continued to seek their advice though I no longer live in the Champaign-Urbana area.

Ruth and her team did a great job helping me through a very difficult divorce. They were very…read morerespectful and sensitive about the intense health problems I deal with. They were also a safe team to work with as someone from the LGBT+ community. They were very clear with me about the realities of my situation and made me feel empowered to make very difficult decisions without making me feel overly pressured. When I had to appear in court to finally settle the divorce, emotionally and physically I could barely function that day. Ruth made the whole experience as quick and easy as possible and arranged things so I barely had to be in the same room as my ex. I can't thank them enough for helping me through such a deeply painful time. If you need a lawyer who is very competent and kind, I highly recommend Ruth Wyman.

I hired Ruth to help with closing a house sale, since neither buyer nor seller used a realtor…read more Ruth was very helpful in guiding the process and working with the buyer's bank and title company. Strongly recommended!

David Sholem recently assisted my husband and me with a legal project. For years we had put off…read morecarrying out this crucial project, but if I had known how easy and unintimidating the process was going to be, I would have moved a lot sooner to get it taken care of. David methodically and thoroughly assessed our situation and after drawing up the appropriate documents explained their highly technical language to us in completely understandable English, yet without ever insulting our intelligence. I am not normally a big fan of lawyers, but David's ability to connect so warmly with us has won me over. I trust him completely.

From the owner: David Sholem has represented a number of real estate developers and investors, including real…read moreestate investment trusts, institutional investors and real estate asset managers for institutional investors in many asset classes, including multifamily, commercial and agricultural real estate. David Sholem has also been active in real estate investment and development as a principal of Providence Capital Group, Inc. which maintains offices in Encinitas, California. While doing so, he has acquired a client's perspective and an appreciation of the issues facing real estate investors. David Sholem also has significant experience in a variety of business transactional issues including mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financing transactions, and asset purchase and sale transactions. His clients include start-up technology companies which have commercialized technology developed at and licensed from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Spiros Law- I truly…read moream beyond thankful for the careful thought and detail that was put into my case from day one! Jim and Matt were attentive, dedicated and invested the entire time and made sure I was taken care of. I can't thank you enough for advocating for me and my case like it were your own. I feel a positive sense of closure to such a hard time in my life- THANK YOU. I would absolutely recommend you and your whole staff as #1 in the whole area!!!!

Super helpful when nobody else was. Professional and courteous through everything. Highly…read morerecommended.

Several years ago, I had hired this law firm to bring mine now ex-wife from the Philippines to…read moreAmerica on the K-1 visa or more commonly known as the fiancé visa. This law firm did an amazing job and handling all the paperwork between the federal government and myself I have nothing but praise for them. Their knowledge of the laws and the paperwork as well as the requirements in order to get my then fiancé now ex-wife to America from the Philippines was phenomenal.

Despite not needing to as the buyer, I purchased a home in Champaign while I was staying in…read moreSacramento California (with nothing more than a virtual walk-thru! ;D). Because of my exposure, I was looking for a really fair minded, professional, organized law firm that could take me from earliest negotiations right on through to final sale! And this is what Maatuka Al-Heeti Emkes and her amazing staff did for me! After coming out of a 30-year marriage and subsequent divorce, they made me feel certain, assured -- they made me feel empowered! Gave me the drive to finish something I'd never done alone and wasn't sure I could do! They helped me make a start on a brand new life and with that, they helped me build a home. =) And I will tell you this much, as the newly single, scared and unsure, price was absolutely a factor (anyone who tells you any different is a Rockerfeller of the atypical kind ;D). But MAE Law Firm (as they often call it) was absolutely spot on as far as that score! They were so fairly priced, and for all of my worries, they made me feel like very special client, even though they'd never be able to pick me out of a crowd! Even though I'd never spent a moment in their offices! It looks like there has been some kerfuffle here - that I absolutely cannot speak to! -- but I just wanted to say that from my experience and in everything that happened for me, my experience was very dissimilar to those in the negative. And price-wise, $500 was my entire bill for the time and attention Ms. Emkes gave to my project. In comparison to her competitors, it was well below any other quote I'd received.