Steven W. Effman

I had a complex divorce and post judgment issue with my ex-husband not paying his Court Ordered Child Support. Additionally, he was able to get me full custody of my 3 children. Going through a divorce is one of the most stressful experiences a person can face, and I am incredibly grateful that I ha...d such a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate attorney representing me throughout the process. From the very beginning, he took the time to explain every step, answered all of my questions, and made sure I understood my rights and options. I always felt that my case was important to him, and I never felt like just another client. What truly sets him apart is his commitment to his clients even after the divorce is finalized. My post-judgment issues became even more challenging when my ex-husband repeatedly failed to pay court-ordered child support. Instead of allowing the situation to continue, my attorney acted quickly and aggressively to enforce the court's orders. He fought tirelessly on behalf of my children and me, ensuring that my ex was held accountable for his obligations. Thanks to his persistence and deep understanding of family law, he was even successful in obtaining an arrest warrant for my ex due to his continued failure to pay child support. I also want to recognize his incredible paralegal, who was truly an invaluable part of my experience. She consistently went above and beyond in every possible way. Whether it was answering my countless questions, keeping me updated on my case, preparing documents, or simply taking the time to reassure me during some of the most difficult moments, she treated me with kindness, respect, and genuine compassion. Her knowledge of family law is nothing short of remarkable. She is incredibly intelligent, detail-oriented, and always seemed to know exactly what needed to be done and what the next steps would be. Her professionalism and dedication gave me so much confidence throughout the process, and I always felt like I was in excellent hands whenever I spoke with her. It honestly amazed me how knowledgeable she is, and there were many times I found myself thinking that she has the knowledge, skill, and work ethic of an attorney. She is an absolute asset to the firm, and I truly believe she deserves every bit of recognition for the exceptional work she does. People often recognize the attorney, but behind every successful case is an outstanding team, and she played an enormous role in helping me navigate one of the hardest periods of my life. Throughout every stage of my case, he was professional, responsive, and exceptionally well-prepared. He communicated clearly, kept me informed, and always made me feel confident that my case was in capable hands. His courtroom presence and knowledge of the law gave me peace of mind during an incredibly difficult time. If you are looking for a family law attorney who is honest, compassionate, and willing to fight for you and your children, I cannot recommend him highly enough. He doesn't just help you get through your divorce—he stands by you afterward when enforcement issues arise and makes sure court orders are respected. His dedication, professionalism, and determination made a tremendous difference in my life, and I will always be thankful for everything he did for my family.

Olga Y has posted a false, unfounded and malicious review. She knows better and it is a glaring example of her blaming everyone else but herself for the outcome of her case. No I never acted inappropriately toward her in any manner. Yes, I communicated with her Husband's lawyers in a professional ...manner representing her best interests and trying to resolve the case best for her and her children when she directed me to do so. Yes, she constantly changed her mind and the direction of her case, all of which I documented. When I withdrew as her lawyer, she chose to handle her case at trial on her own. That was her decision and she shall live with the decision of the Court. She is a living example of why no one should represent themself in their divorce. Bottom line.....At all times during my representation of her, I was professional, courteous and prepared. At no time did I act Inappropriately toward her or her Husband's lawyers. Bottom line is she blames me, her former lawyer, for her actions when I properly and professionally represented her throughout my work.

I had a deeply disturbing experience with attorney Steven Effman. I feel compelled to share my story so that others can be aware and protect themselves. 1. Before hiring him, I later discovered that Mr. Effman had prior legal and professional issues. One woman succeeded in proving in court that he ...had behaved inappropriately toward her. I strongly urge anyone considering him to research this online. This information is important and publicly available. 2. During one of our remote hearings held from his office, while a judge was speaking, Mr. Effman placed his hand on my leg and kept it there. I was shocked and uncomfortable. However, I felt trapped—I couldn’t afford to hire a new attorney mid-case, as it would have meant paying double, and I didn’t have the financial means. 3. Most devastatingly, I came to believe that Mr. Effman was not working in my best interest during my divorce. Over time, it became clear that he was far more aligned with my husband. He even openly admired my husband’s wealth. I realized far too late that my own attorney may have been compromised. If anyone reading this has experienced something similar, please find a way to reach out. You are not alone.

I had the unfortunate experience of working with Steven W Effman, esq and I can confidently say it was one of the worst decisions I've ever made. From the very beginning, there were red flags that I chose to ignore, which I now deeply regret. Mentally I don’t believe Steve Effman is all there and com...petent. When we did meet, he was often unprepared, forgetful, referred to himself as third person, and seemed more interested in discussing his personal life than my case. The most egregious issue, however, was the dishonesty. Financially, he is very dishonest about billing, working with Steven W Effman was a disaster. I later discovered that he had padded bills with unnecessary charges, and when confronted him, he provided vague, unsatisfactory explanations and became hostile. Communication was another significant problem, Calls and emails went unanswered for days, sometimes weeks. Important documents were misplaced or delayed, which severely impacted the progress of my case. When I expressed my concerns and confronted him, he was dismissive and sometimes even hostile. Overall, my experience with Steve Effman was profoundly negative, and I cannot recommend his services to anyone seeking honest and competent legal representation. my case suffered because of Steven Effman's incompetence and dishonesty. I felt misled, exploited, and deeply disappointed. If you are considering hiring Steven Effman, I strongly advise you to reconsider and look elsewhere. Your time, money, and peace of mind are too valuable to waste on someone who clearly lacks integrity, professionalism, and dishonest. I also found 2 disciplinary action against Steve W Effman Florida bar cases Case no. SC02-1119 and was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2005. Suspension issued in IL, 2005 updated on 03/14/2010

Mr Effman is a very experienced and knowledgeable divorce attorney that dedicates his time, compassion and experience to his clients. He was very detailed, thorough and calm regarding my stressful situation. I strongly recommend him if you are looking for someone with experience and knowledge of fami...ly law. He is quite dedicated to his clients.