Michelle K. Grayzeck

Michelle K. Grayzeck

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 11 years

Family Lawyer at Glenview, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Real Estate, Probate, Estate Planning

2700 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 30%

Specializing in all family law needs including Divorce, Separation, Agreed Divorces, Contested Divorces, Child Custody, Child Support, Orders of Protection, Agreements, and Mediation services.

7 years

30%
Probate 30%

Providing families with all probate needs including Small Estate Affidavits, Trust Administration, filing of Probate, Disabled Adult matters, probate of disabled children, and other probate related documents.

7 years

30%
Real Estate 30%

Services in both Commercial and Residential Real Estate services, purchases, sales, transfers, letters of intent, purchase options, negotiations, and litigation of all issues.

7 years

30%
Estate Planning 10%

Providing families with all planning needs including Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney for Property, Power of Attorney for Health, Property Transfers, Trust Fund documentation, and probate related documents.

7 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 11 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2014

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Grayzeck Law Group, P.C.

2700 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL, 60026

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Michelle K. Grayzeck's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2017

Extremely Knowledgable

Ms. Grayzeck consulted with our firm regarding an ongoing matter and was extremely generous with her extensive knowledge. Would recommend to anyone looking for an attorney that possesses the highest intelligence and skill that she exhibited while assisting our office.

Posted by Daniel | February 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best family law attorney!

Michelle is the only lawyer I would trust! She is fantastic and extremely dedicated to her clients. She always kept me informed and was always looking out for me! She's a must-hire for anyone going through a family law issue, probate, or general law issue. Simply the best!

Posted by anonymous | January 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended

I hired Michelle to assist me with my legal issues. She was very professional and guided me through a difficult time.

Posted by Emily | December 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Saved me.

Michelle's excellent representation of me in my latest case deserves a review. In all areas, what separates professionals from each other is from another is knowledge, confidence, and a fierce passion for what one does. Throughout my case, Michelle demonstrated the utmost excellence. Prior to hiring ...Michelle, my case was handled by two other attorneys and firms, and had been ongoing for almost two years in a battle that made me feel as if I was on the losing end. Faced with frustrating child support laws and newly changed custody law I had lost all hope. After my neighbor, a prior client of Michelle's recommended Michelle I thought it couldn't hurt to at least see what she had to say. It was the best decision I ever made for me, my children, and my family. After my first consult I felt nothing but confidence. Nothing was sugar coated and nothing was promised what she didn't know she could deliver. Throughout the entire process she was direct, honest and upfront about the direction and strength of my case. Unlike my prior attorneys, I never felt as though she was trying to sell me something or promised something she could not deliver. After almost two years of litigation, Michelle came in like a pitbull- compassionate, strong, and loyal and whipped the other side into shape in less than 3 months. In the end I was able to get an outcome nobody else was able to deliver and luckily she saved me and my family. She is the first attorney I recommend to anyone. Luckily her expertise extends to multiple disciplines and as a result I have used Michelle with the sale of my marital home and estate planning since.

Posted by Katherine | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Strong Client Advocate

Having Michelle represent me in my divorce made a bad situation into a great experience. She is dedicated to make sure that her clients obtain the best legal advise paired with the best representation in court as possible. When it comes to an experienced straight forward litigator she's the best pic...k. Her ability to settle cases in her client's favor is amazing. I definitely recommend Michelle to handle your family law matters.

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Michelle K. Grayzeck's Lawyer Endorsements

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Richard Conner

Unknown lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle provides the quality and care of a professional attorney that client’s so rarely have the pleasure of finding. Her knowledge of the courtroom and the law makes her a standout in the legal community. I endorse Michelle and her practices."

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Kristin Flanagan

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer! She is very professional and knowledgeable."

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Joseph Rourke

Family lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jay Kostecki

Unknown lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent attorney! Always trust her advice, and has an excellent work ethic."

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Daniel Lacy

Family lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Without a doubt a first class attorney and person! I've had the pleasure of teaching her in law school and trust her enough to represent me! If that's not the best endorsement of her ability...."

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Jordan Greenberg

Unknown lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Michelle for many years and highly respect her passion and motivation. She is a fantastic family law attorney who cares greatly for her clients."

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John Solan

Family lawyer | Jan 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Professional attorney that stays focused on whats best for her clients. Pleasure to work with this attorney"

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George Pecherek

Family lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Grayzeck is an outstanding attorney. She is knowledgeable in Illinois Law. She pays great attention to detail and always fights for the best interests of her clients. I am pleased to endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Cohen

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is a great attorney and is very knowledgeable in the Family Law arena. She presents herself very well in the courtroom, and she really advocates zealously for her clients."

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Tomasz Sobieraj

Unknown lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jordan Levey

Family lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 10 Attorney Family Law, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

Family Law Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates

2018

Top 40 Under 40, American Academy of Attorneys

2017

10 Best Female Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

N/A

Dean's List, Saint Louis University

N/A

Dean's Honors List, The John Marshall Law School

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Founding Partner, Grayzeck Law Group, P.C.

2015 - 2016

Associate Litigation Attorney, The Law Firm of Tiffany M. Hughes, P.C.

2014 - 2015

Associate Attorney, George Pecherek & Associates, P.C.

2011 - 2012

Help Desk Associate, JusticeCorps Mortgage Foreclosure Mediation Program

2009 - 2014

Law Clerk, George Pecherek & Associates, P.C.

Associations

2015 - Present

Polish Advocates Society

Member

2014 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Legion of Young Polish Women

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Divorce Overturned

After trial, Judgment for Dissolution of Marriage was vacated and client was able to pursue proper Divorce proceedings against her husband, and obtain large awards toward attorneys fees, contribution, maintenance, and dissipation of marital funds.

Child Custody (Allocation of Parenting Responsibility & Time)

After trial Father was awarded Residential custody with full decision making rights and mother was granted limited supervised visitation.

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Education

2014

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

2009

Saint Louis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Workshop

Managing your family's legal needs as it grows, evolves, and ages.

2016

Workshop

Advocating for Families: The Key to keeping families whole during a split

2015

Seminar

International Families: Divorce, and Child Custody and Support

Publications

2015

Race Sex and Gender - JMLS SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE MILITARY: AN EPIDEMIC PROMPTING SUCCESSFUL HISTORICAL REFORMS

Languages

English

Polish

Activity

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