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Kathryn Marie Somers

Kathryn Marie Somers
Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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  • 75% Divorce / Separation
  • 10% Child Custody
  • 10% Child Support
  • 5% Bankruptcy / Chapter 7

Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

  • Di Giacomo & Somers, L.L.C.
    191 Waukegan Road
    Suite 104
    Northfield, IL 60093
    Office: 847-784-8900
    Fax: 847-784-8929
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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating


5 star rating

“Outstanding Attorney”

Posted by: Dr. Rick, about 1 month ago.

Client Review: Ms. Somers is one of the best attorneys in Illinois. I have used her services multiple times during the past 10 years. As a medical practitioner, I... more
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5 star rating

“Professional, reliable, reasonable”

Posted by: a Divorce client, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: Kathy, has been my divorce lawyer for the past 2 years now. She has been very helpful in giving me direction and expert advice. Anytime I have called... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

3 endorsements


Janice L. Berman

I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Janice Berman , Niles (IL), 7 days ago
Carol Di Giacomo

I endorse this lawyer. I've known Kathryn for almost 30 years as a practicing attorney. She is very knowledgeable of the law and works hard to... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Carol Di Giacomo , Northfield (IL), 8 days ago
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Résumé

 

License

32 years since Kathryn Marie Somers was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1981 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Partner at DiGiacomo & Somers, LLC 1997–present
TV Host at Law Talk 1996–2000
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
DePaul University College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1980
Northeastern Illinois University MA - Masters 1976
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Certificate of Recognition Mediation Council of Illinois 2001

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Chair of Training & Education Committee Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois 2012–present
Member Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois 2002–present
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