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Helena L Trachtenberg
also known as Helena Livitz Trachtenberg, Helena Livitz
About Helena
Biography
Helena L. Trachtenberg is a Partner at Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group, LLC and represents clients in family law cases ranging from dissolution of marriage, property division, maintenance and alimony, child support, parenting time and visitation, allocation of parental responsibilities and child custody, mediation and collaborative law. Additionally, she handles orders of protection and administrative matters involving the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) in Cook County, Lake County, DuPage County. Whether litigating in the courtroom or negotiating settlement, Helena enjoys working with clients to develop strategies tailored towards achieving client goals. Helena is a Collaborative Law Fellow, mediator and is able to serve as a Child’s Representative and Guardian Ad Litem in Lake County.
Helena was born in Minsk, Belarus and is conversational in the Russian language.
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Licensed in Illinois for 14 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group, LLC
3601 Algonquin Rd., Suite 610, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Divorce & Separation
Posted by Andrea | July 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Could not find a better advocate
Helena was wonderful to work with through every step of my divorce. She always made time, listened to my concerns, and provided thoughtful feedback. Helena made an incredibly painful and difficult time better, while ensuring that I was protected, resulting in a final decree in under 12 months.
Posted by Robin | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Highly recommend
I have had a couple of divorce attorneys over the past decade from my initial divorce to dealing with complex custody and financial issues that arose after. I do not need to look any further if I should require assistance again. Helena was so professional, responsive and thorough. I really felt li...
Posted by Demitri | December 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent lawyer with attention to detail, great communication
This is a great office to work with. I sought representation for my divorce. My representative was Helena, who walked me through the process, told me what to expect and what to be mindful of, and helped make sure my interests were protected while we worked on an amicable settlement. Greatly recommend...
Posted by Lynne | October 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Helena Trachtenberg: a force to be reckoned with.
Helena Trachtenberg is a force to be reckoned with in the courtroom. She knew my case inside and out and fought for ever detail I needed to rebuild my life after a long and messy divorce.
Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellen!!!!
My case was divorce. We working with Helena from March 2016 through April 2017. Excellent service and job. I recommended.
Helena L Trachtenberg's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Trachtenberg is very knowledgeable, trustworthy, and is a zealous advocate for her clients. I endorse this lawyer."
Miriam Cooper
Child custody lawyer
Martin Delaney
Child custody lawyer
Elizabeth Edwards
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
10 Best Attorneys Under 40 for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2015
Milton H. Gray Award for Outstanding Project Leadership, Chicago Bar Association- Young Lawyers Section
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Partner, Law Office of Miriam Cooper & Associates, LLC
2011 - 2019
Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Martin A. Delaney III, Ltd.
Associations
2019 - Present
Collaborative Divorce IllinoisMember
2013 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Florida BarMember
2011 - 2015
Chicago Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionSpecial Project Coordinator
Education
2019
Northwestern University
Mediation Skills Training
2010
University of Miami School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2018
Family Law Paralegal Studies Course-Wright College
Allocation of Parental Responsibilities and Parenting Time
2014
Family Law Paralegal Studies Course- Wright College
Illinois Child Support
2013
Family Law Paralegal Studies Course- Truman College
Illinois Child Support
Languages
Russian
English
Activity
Legal Answers