Wendy Ruth Morgan

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Wendy Ruth Morgan

also known as Wendy R. Morgan

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Arlington Heights, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Estate Planning ... +9 more

1845 East Rand Road Suite 211, Arlington Heights, IL

About Wendy

Biography

When Experience Matters...

Practice Areas

12

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 20%

45 years

20%
Family 20%

45 years

20%
Estate Planning 12%

45 years

12%
Probate 12%

45 years

12%
Trusts 10%

45 years

10%
Adoption 5%

45 years

5%
Child Custody 5%

45 years

5%
Domestic Violence 5%

45 years

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

45 years

5%
Child Support 4%

45 years

4%
Child Abuse 1%

45 years

1%
Power of Attorney 1%

45 years

1%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2016 2015

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 44 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1981

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan LTD

1845 East Rand Road Suite 211, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004

wendymorgan.com/

North Office

250 Parkway Dr, Suite 150, Lincolnshire, IL, 60069

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Online Presence

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Wendy Ruth Morgan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Crista | October 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney

She is incredibly amazing lawyer!

Wendy was the shining light that helped me reach the end of the tunnel, in a good way. You may not always like what she says, but it’s always the truth. She tells you like it is and is incredibly savvy and has excellent problem solving skills. I really appreciated her level headedness and quick resp...onses to my questions.

Posted by Carrie | October 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

A Lawyer that you can trust

I came to the Law Firm of Wendy Morgan when I was going through one of the worst times of my life. Attorney Morgan and her staff were able to help me through everything and walked me through every step of my divorce. They were there for every step and were able to always answer my questions and talke...d to me when I needed it the most.

Posted by Mike Walterman | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Wendy Did her Best

I had custody problems when my ex and I split. She would not let me see my child. I looked for legal advice and was able to find Wendy R. Morgan. Wendy was able to get me visitation to see my child right away. Thanks to Wendy I am able to be in my child’s life and I do not have to wait on my child’s ...mother to decide when I can see my kid. The process was quick and Wendy and her staff always kept me posted on what was going on with my case.

Posted by Jenny | March 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Thank you for the Big help

I came to the Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan for help with my children’s father. We were never married and he would take the kids whenever he felt like it. It was never scheduled or routine, and when he did take them he was not a good role model or safe to leave them alone with as he didn’t follow what ...was in the best interest for them. He was clueless of what they needed and how to take care of them. Attorney Morgan and I sat down to have a consultation regarding this issue. With her help we were able to make him go through court ordered counseling and parenting classes. In addition, while he was doing that he had supervised visits with the children. He learned how to interact with them properly and appropriately for their ages and what their needs were. Now he is able to take the children for unsupervised visitations and I do not fear for their safety. Throughout the process Attorney Morgan and her firm have been so helpful and reassuring. I was able to come into the office at times that were convenient for me and every time I was there I felt welcomed and like my situation was under control. I am grateful to the Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan as my children can visit with their father whenever they like and I can feel secure knowing that they are now safe.

Posted by Ria | December 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

I am Satisfied

I recently went through a very tumultuous divorce from my husband and I had Wendy R. Morgan as my attorney. She was great – she got me through all the tough times with patience and understanding and reassured me that things were going to be OK (which, thankfully, they were). She listened to all my co...ncerns with an open mind and understood what I wanted done – and she did it! I would recommend Attorney Morgan to my friends and anyone who is going through a tough time, and I certainly would use her again if I ever needed it.

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Wendy Ruth Morgan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Sparacino

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known of Wendy R. Morgan for a long time. Since May of 2018 I have been working in her firm. She provides the highest quality service and fights tenaciously for her clients. Wendy is a premier Divorce and Separation attorney but handles complex estate and civil litigation as well."

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Lawrence Steingold

Family lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Wendy Morgan knows family law better than 99% of Cook County attorneys. She is dedicated and committed to her clients. Finally, she is fights for good results."

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Steve Bogdanov

Family lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Wendy is a well-respected and known as a tough litigator, who is very knowledgeable experienced, and strives to achieves the best for her clients."

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Katherine Delgado

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Wendy is both a knowledgeable and a compassionate attorney. She goes above and beyond on behalf of her clients, always trying to do what's best for them and their families. Her extensive experience in Marital & Family Law means that she can think quickly and come up with innovative solutions, which serves as a benefit to her clients. If you're looking for someone whom you can trust to do a great job for you, Wendy is it."

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Richard Meier

Family lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"In all my experiences with her, Ms. Morgan conducted herself professionally. Ms. Morgan exhibited courtesy and compassion for her clients beyond the level I have witnessed from other lawyers. Her depth of experience in the area of Family Law is invaluable to her clients and to the legal profession."

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Richard Meier

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2024

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2023

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2022

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2021

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2020

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2019

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

2018

America's Most Honored Lawyer, American Registry

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Court Assistant Service, Chief Judge for The Circuit Court of Cook County

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Service to Community, DuPage County Bar Association

Work Experience

1981 - Present

Chief Executive Officer, The Law Firm of Wendy R. Morgan

Associations

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Northwest Suburban Bar Association

Member

West Suburban Bar Associations

Member

DuPage County Bar Association

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Education

1981

Kent College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence

1977

Loyola University Chicago

Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Illinois Institute of Technology Chicago

Speaking Engagements

2019

Northwest Suburban Bar Association Seminar

Updates on Paternity

Publications

2023

Illinois Bar Journal Domestic Violence Orders of Protection

Languages

English

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