Denis M. Gravel

Denis M. Gravel

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Gurnee, IL
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

1790 Nations Drive, Suite 121, Gurnee, IL

About Denis

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 55%

Contested, Agreed, High Asset Distribution, Business Value Distribution, Same Sex, Military. Many of our divorce cases include Child Custody, Child Support and Maintenance/Alimony issues.

30 years | 1,500 cases

55%
Child Custody 30%

Representing both Fathers and Mothers in highly contested Child Custody Cases including Removal and Relocation issues.

30 years | 300 cases

30%
Child Support 10%

No issue touches me more than making sure that a parent is properly providing for his/her child/children. Including College Expense cases.

30 years | 200 cases

10%
Marriage and Prenuptials 4%

From very simple to extremely complicated.

30 years | 50 cases

4%
Family 1%

Its all we do!!!

30 years | 2,050 cases

1%

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 29 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1996

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Gravel & Wechter

1790 Nations Drive, Suite 121, Gurnee, IL, 60031

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Denis M. Gravel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Brittany S | February 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Thank you

This was not the easiest of cases but Denis and Tyler certainly delivered their best. I can't click enough stars for Denis and Tyler. Both worked extremely hard on my foreign judgement case and jurisdiction case. They were with me every step of the way and not once did I ever feel like they weren...'t doing their jobs. They always say "you get what you pay for..." I got so much more than what I paid for. I didn't realize when I hired Denis *30 MINUTES BEFORE MY HEARING* that I had just hired one of the best attorneys I've ever had. He ensured to call me before every hearing. He also ensured that he called me AFTER every hearing. Ensuring I understood what was said and to give me a chance to ask any questions I may have come up with while in the hearing itself. I can promise you, if you hire Denis, Tyler, or any other associate from this law firm, you WILL be in good hands. Denis and Tyler, thank you both so much for being so understanding and especially on my days when I was at a complete loss and didn't know where to turn or who to talk to.

Posted by Leyna | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Attorney!

Denis Gravel is an amazing attorney. Cumulatively, he spent about 5 years working on my case. After surviving domestic battery, Denis worked to ensure the safety of me and my daughter by his representation in an order of protection, and obtaining a fair custody agreement. He is kind, empathetic, and ...has been so supportive every step of the way throughout my case. I can not thank him and his staff for all of their help and support throughout all of these years. I could not recommend a better attorney in Lake County than Denis

Denis Gravel

Replied last February 09, 2021

We appreciate your high praise. We can't thank you enough for your kind words and recommendation.

Posted by Mike | August 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Repeat Customer.

This is My second time calling on Denis for legal help and let me tell you I didn't hesitate on who to call. Incredibly professional and prompt both he and his staff! Denis and his staff are really warm and really do care for their clients. They treated me like family and always get the right result...s! I highly recommend Denis Gravel And associates.

Posted by Allen | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Dream Team for Fathers

I do not think there any words to describe how wonderful and amazing Denis Gravel Jill Fox, and his team truly are. Let me start by telling you I am a Single father that now has custody of his beautiful 11 year old daughter, thanks to Team Gravel. Quick summary. My ex decided she wanted to keep me fr...om my daughter, who is a total daddy's girl. I had to act fast and everywhere I turned no one had the time to take my case or maybe did not want to my emergency custody case that I filed with the courts, but Denis did the day before my court date. We went to court the next morning after meeting him the for the first time the night before for and hour and gave statements and the next morning they fought tooth and nail for me. I was in aw by the end of the day, because my daughter was home with me dad in a matter of hours. I now have custody of her and she is getting the life and education she deserves because of Team Gravel. So all you single fathers out there that think there is no hope for you getting custody of your child Please think again and call Denis he is a miracle worker in the court room. This was no easy case either cause my daughters mother was very fit and stable person as well and we had a woman Judge but Denis made the judge see who the child should be truly living with. I could never thank Denis Gravel and Jill Fox enough for what they have accomplished for my daughter and I. This is who you definitely want representing you in any custody case. If i could give a million star review I would. God Bless Denis, Jill, and everyone else at the Gravel Firm. They will not disappoint. Sincerely, Mr. Collazo

Posted by PE | January 26, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The most unprofessional experience I ever had

When I first began working with Lindsay J. Roalfs ( Now at Denis Gravel) she came across as an intelligent , if not spunky individual whom I thought would benefit me in court. In my last court date , she showed up, but neglected to tell me she was leaving her firm that day!! I found out because the... old firm emailed me the following Monday to let me know she resigned! In spite of that I decided to continue with her at her new firm, even though I knew I had to pay a retainer again! I agreed to come all the way to the office in Gurnee from downtown to make a payment and sign paperwork. I had a question for the young "lady" who was behind the counter and proceeded to hand her my CC for payment. She then says we don't take credit cards. I responded that I had literally called the office 20 minutes ago and the person who answered assured me that they do take CC. She then walks off in a very unprofessional manor and states "he has a funky attitude" mind you there were clients and co-workers in the office all of whom could hear. Then my attorney Lindsay walks up and proceeds to berate me in public , in front of her staff, and clients ,like I am her 7 year old son. She screams (literally) at me to "get out of her office" that she "told me we don't take CC (what legitimate law firm doesn't take CC?) and I'm calmly trying to tell her fine I will go and make a cash withdraw. She then screams at me "Get out of MY office" and she is "no longer working on my case". This was all in plain view of both clients and coworkers. I have NEVER experienced such a blatant display of unprofessionalism in my life! None of this is made up, and almost brought me to tears, as I walked out of the office. To think a woman with a law degree would chastise a client of hers like a child in front of both clients and staff is appalling! This after me having already paid thousands of dollars. There are many lawyers out there who wont treat people like a piece of trash and I STRONGLY recommend anyone go elsewhere. I have retained a new firm and are in the process of contacting the ARDC, as no one regardless of circumstance should be humiliated , especially in front of clients and coworkers, completely and utterly unacceptable. Buyer beware!

Denis Gravel

Replied last January 26, 2017

I wanted to thank you for taking the time to write a review. I am sorry that you had a bad experience when you tried to retain our firm. If you would like to discuss this matter with me please feel free to give me a call directly. Again, I am sorry you had a negative experience and appreciate your feedback.

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Kenneth Devaney

Family lawyer | Jun 10

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Bella Rappaport

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 23

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph O'Brien

Family lawyer | Feb 11

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Schlesinger

Family lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. denis is an absolutely excellent ethical lawyer. over the years he and i have had many cases together. he is very well prepared, very well versed in the law and procedure. i highly endorse him."

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Maria Delia

Family lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Gravel was appointed the children's representative on a very difficult and long-drawn out custody and visitation case. I was impressed with his patience, skill and ability to work with this family. Mr. Gravel is well respected in Lake County and in the community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law

1996

Class Rank #1, Northern Illinois University

1996

Law Review, Northern Illinois University

1995

Moot Court Champion, Northern Illinois University

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner, Gravel & Wechter

Associations

1997 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

Education

1996

Northern Illinois University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1997

IICLE Handbook Obtaining Medical Evidence

1996

Northern Illinois University Law Review Double Jeopardy

1995

Northern Illinois University Law Review Department of Revenue v. Kurth Ranch: Double Jeopardy

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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