Megan Valda McAlister

Megan Valda McAlister

4.6
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 20 years

Family Lawyer at Lake Forest, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Support ... +2 more

1381 N. Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 20 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2006

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

McAlister Law, Ltd.

1381 N. Western Ave, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

MCALISTER LAW LTD

161 N. Clark Street, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL, 60601

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Megan Valda McAlister's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent divorce attorney - assisted with high conflict divorce

I retained Megan McAlister for divorce proceedings in late 2013 and she continues to assist in post decree issues. Prior to the finalization of the divorce, Megan was able to successfully negotiate a joint parenting agreement and marital settlement agreement in the midst of a very high conflict set ...of circumstances. My divorce was final and since I was the primary breadwinner, I did pay alimony but Megan ensured that it was only for a short time (approx 1 year) and my ex would not be able to request it again in the future. Since the divorce, many issues have arose that required counsel and Megan made sure my interests were always high priority. Due to extensive harassment and other major issues that could cause harm to my child, she helped me attain an order of protection and supervised visitation. Megan truly cares about me as a client and about the welfare of my young daughter. I highly recommend her for family law.

Posted by Kristi | October 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Divorce Attorney

Megan was always approachable and available to me. She also aggressively and successfully advocated on my behalf. She meticulously ensured that my non-marital business and assets were protected from my ex-husband, and skillfully navigated complex financial and tax issues for my benefit. - KK

Posted by Kristi | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

She knows her stuff!! A+

Megan insightfully prevented my ex-husband from committing a fraud on the court, and obtained a settlement totally in my favor. Would highly recommend!!!

Posted by Scott | October 03, 2016 | Divorce & Separation

Megan is the consummate professional

Megan is the consummate professional. She managed my case with experience and ease, in what could typically be a very emotional process. I hired another firm to handle my initial divorce process and documents. I switched to Megan a couple of years later based on a strong reference from a friend. ...Megan helped me tighten up many areas of my divorce documents that should have been resolved with the first firm I used. While I hope that I will never require her professional services again, I’d highly recommend Megan to any of my friends.

Posted by anonymous | June 06, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Resolved potentially career ending claim (found to be false).

Ms. Mcalister explained the law to me, led me in the correct direction of what to do and not do which quickly which resulted in the issue being settled in my favor at minimal cost.

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers

2016

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Emerging Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Principal, MCALISTER LAW LTD

2012 - 2014

Partner, Berger Schatz

2008 - 2012

Associate, Berger Schatz

Associations

2008 - Present

Lake County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Lake Forest College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Annual Conference

The Windsor Change (Civil Unions, Domestic Partnerships, Same-Sex Marriage and DOMA—An Update)

2013

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Annual Conference

Estate Planning and Divorce

2012

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Annual Conference

To Attach, or Not to Attach, That is the Question: What Are Appropriate Attachments to Pleadings and Motions?

2011

Lake County Bar Association Real Estate Law Annual Conference

Illinois Civil Union Act

2011

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Annual Conference

Illinois Civil Union Act

Languages

English

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