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Review: "At a very hard time in my life Cynthia was not only extremely professional, she was truly caring and compassionate and did the most amazing job looking out for me and my best interests. I am thankful I had the guidance of such a wonderful person and experienced attorney."
I counsel people all the time, don’t spend your money on an expensive divorce; rather, save it for your children’s college fund or for your own next chapter. I have been telling that to clients that for over 25 years.
My goal is to help you go through the divorce process as effortlessly, painlessly and cost effectively as possible.
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Acquired: 1981
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611 S Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 12, Libertyville, IL, 60048-3256
43 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Mediation
Posted by Lisa | October 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Highly Recommended Divorce Mediator
Cynthia is friendly, easy to work with, thorough and was fair to both sides during our divorce mediation. She was able to accommodate us with a “pay as you go” payment plan, which made things easier financially during this difficult time. I would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking an amicab...
Posted by Julie | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Mediator
Could not have been happier with the AMAZING job Cynthia did as our mediator!! She was EXTREMELY fair and impartial and helped us navigate through the divorce process smoothly!!
Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Compassionate and Efficient!
Cindy was extremely accommodating to schedules and timelines. From the start she was interested in getting to know us and our goals. She took us step by step through the process, explained the finer details, offered excellent suggestions and was very patient. She adjusted, when needed, to keep us on ...
Posted by Nancy | April 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Couldn't Have Asked for More
Cynthia Lazar has been an excellent attorney for me from initial meeting to finalization of the deed to my home. I was so pleased in the initial meeting with Cynthia because I felt she truly had my best interests as concern considering my marital situation, my personal health issues at the time, and ...
Posted by Megan Baker-Marlette | April 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Mediation
Fair, kind, caring mediator
I worked with Cindy as a mediator in my divorce. After years of battling with separate attorneys, I sought Cindy out and she was not only a mediation attorney for myself and my ex, but the environment she presented allowed us to foster a friendship. I'm truly grateful for Cindy's services!
"Ms. Lazar exhibits the characteristics of an excellent lawyer, both as an advocate for her clients as well as a counselor. She has a firm grasp of the law and procedure and is able to effectively communicate her knowledge and experience to judges, other members of the bar, and clients going through trying circumstances. In addition, Ms. Lazar has unfailing high ethical standards. Thus, without any hesitation, I endorse her."
"I have known Cynthia Lazar for many years, both as opposing counsel and through legal organizations. Cynthia is known for her integrity, her hard work on behalf of her clients, and her abilities as a fine family law attorney. I wholeheartedly endorse her as a worthy opponent and a an attorney who has worked hard to win her excellent reputation."
"Cynthia Lazar is universally respected by her peers in the Lake County divorce bar for her professionalism, legal knowledge and sound judgment. She provides caring, thoughtful, individualized attention to her clients. She is meticulous in her work and extremely conscientious. Cynthia Lazar is a consummate professional."
"I strongly endorse Cindy. I have known her since I became a lawyer. She is hard-working, smart, and well-prepared. She embodies the highest ethical and professional standards. I have recommended her to a number of potential clients and will continue to do so."
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Divorce and separation lawyer
2019
Client Review, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Top 100 Family Lawyers in the State of Illinois for 2014, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2016
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
1985 - Present
Lead Attorney, Law Office of Cynthia Lazar
1979 - 1981
Staff Attorney, Eddes and Rosen Attorneys at Law
1978 - 1978
Department Staff, United States Department of Labor
1977 - 1977
Law Clerk, Judge Harold Rubin, Chief Administrative Law Judge, Illinois Fair Employment Practices Commission
1975 - 1976
Committee Staff, United States Senate, Committee on Labor and Public Welfare
2015 - Present
Mediation Council of IllinoisBoard Member
2015 - Present
Mediation Council of IllinoisBoard of Directors
2012 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Fellow
Referral Panel Member
1979
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English