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The often emotionally charged areas of Divorce and Child Custody require an attorney that can stay focused on the client's goals. To that end, the client's goals must be clearly identified and a strategy must be developed, from the onset, that will enable the client and the attorney to accomplish those goals. We are skilled, knowledgable, aggressive, resourceful, dedicated attorneys.
We have always operated by three simple rules:
- To do our best, always.
- To treat others as we would like to be treated.
- To always do what is right
The firm has always limited its practice to the area of Family Law in Lake County. The reason for this is simple: The procedural and substantive law is ever changing. As such, a client with a Family Law issue deserves an attorney who does one thing and only one thing - Family Law. We handle all types of Family Law cases from the most simple and uncontested to the most complex dispute and all things in between. We give each case our undivided attention, dedication, and commitment. You deserve no less.
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1790 Nations Drive, Suite 121, Gurnee, IL, 60031
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Slawek | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Thank you!!!
The whole team at Gravel & Wechter are fantastic! From Jocelyn, Denis, and Leslie!!! They not only helped with an issue post-divorce regarding support, they accomplished what most would say is impossible, termination of my MSA. Not only removing the stresses but giving me my life back. There are ...
Posted by Madalina | November 08, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I couldn't be more pleased!
The divorce, the subsequent child support recalculations upon the emancipations of my children - all have been incredibly stressful to me. And then I met Jocelyn Wechter, one of Denis' associates. She worked with me in two similar circumstances, and I felt confident and comfortable enough to let go...
Posted by Farhad | September 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
A good professional attorney
Denis represented me against an unreasonable parent. Proved himself as a professional with strong ethical standards. We had our moments during a long duration of a case, but overall it am happy with his skill set in family law. He never said/predicted anything that would turn out to be incorrect. Off...
Posted by Angel | March 01, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Best Decision In A Difficult Time
After seven years my ex decided parenting time was necessary. Knowing this day was coming at some point, I must have met with half of the Family Law Attorneys in Lake County. Denis M. Gravel and Associates was a different experience. Sitting down with Denis Gravel within the first 15 minutes ...
We appreciate your high praise. We can't thank you enough for your kind words and recommendation.
Posted by Maya | November 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Attorney- Thank you!
I highly recommend Denis Gravel to anyone and his team. Denis and Jennifer were courteous, professional, efficient, they are well respected by all, and did a fantastic job representing my case during a high conflict divorce. Thank you so much for all you do! Outstanding family law attorney.
"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."
"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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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
1997 - Present
Owner, Gravel & Wechter
1997 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationMember
1996
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1997
1996
1995
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My attorney is not explaining my options or explaining when or how certain matters will be addressed. How can I approach this?
09 Sep 2016
How much does a civil divorce typically cost and how long does it normally take to get divorced?
04 Jan 2016
How much does an uncontested divorce cost on average in Lake County, Illinois?
08 Nov 2015