Attorney Gary L. Schlesinger has been a sole practitioner since 1986 in Libertyville, Lake County, Illinois, devoting his practice exclusively to divorce, alimony, custody, support, paternity, and adoption cases. He has handled cases in Cook, McHenry, and Lake Counties in the trial courts and the appellate court. Mr. Schlesinger is a 20+ year member of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He has served on its Admission Committee, its Board of Directors, and as Vice President. He has had published works through the Lake County Bar Association and the Illinois State Bar Association. Mr. Schlesinger has also taught Family Law Seminars for the aforementioned groups as well as an Adult Education Program for Mundelein High School, and “The Financial Side of Divorce-Litigation Issues 2001” presented by Clifton Gunderson, LLC and the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). He is a Fellow in the AAML as well. He received his Bachelor of Science from Loyola University of Chicago and his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago.
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we represent parents, children, grandparents, guardians.
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we represent people who pay support and those who receive support.
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we represent mothers and fathers in these cases to establish paternity, get custody, set parenting time and support.
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the vast majority of cases settle without trial. for those that do not, we can try cases to conclusion and have done so for previous clients.
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State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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IL | Active And Authorized To Practice Law | 1971 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 10153 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2016 |
lifetime achievement award | lake county illinois bar association | 2013 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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manager | schlesinger & strauss, llc | 2009 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers | 1977 - Present | |
Lake County Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Illinois State Bar Association | Member | N/A |
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2005 - 2007 |
Lake County Bar Association, Family Law Committee | Chairman | 1999 - 2000 |
Illinois State Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 1987 - 1991 |
Lake County Bar Association, Family Law Committee | Chairman | 1978 - 1982 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Docket - A Publication of the Lake County Bar Association | an update on frozen embryo law | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Northwestern University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1970 |
Loyola University Chicago | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1967 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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isba seminar | trust accounts and ethics | 2013 |
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Sean Sullivan, Family Attorney on Nov 23, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very experienced and knowledgeable on family law issues in Illinois.
Channika Desilva, Litigation Attorney on Mar 7, 2017
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I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Schlesinger among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.
Sean Sullivan, Family Attorney on Nov 23, 2020
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I endorse this lawyer. He is very experienced and knowledgeable on family law issues in Illinois.
Channika Desilva, Litigation Attorney on Mar 7, 2017
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I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place Mr. Schlesinger among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.
Gregory Cade, Child custody Attorney on Feb 3, 2017
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. Gary is a well-regarded and driven attorney who has provided exceptional legal representation to numerous clients throughout the U.S. With his extensive knowledge, broad experience and impressive professional skills, he is bound to invest his time and energy into achieving the best outcome for each case, regardless of its level of complexity.
Jeremiah Stephan, Family Attorney on Sep 10, 2015
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Mr. Schlesinger does wonderful work here on Avvo. He routinely volunteers his time to help the people better understand the legal system and not once have I seen him ask for anything in return. He is highly knowledgeable about family law and litigation and I suggest you contact him if you need an attorney.
Jordan Rosenberg, Family Attorney on Jul 9, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Roland Ho, Family Attorney on Mar 19, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schlesinger is a seasoned and knowledgeable family law practitioner.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Feb 11, 2015
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Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
William Housley, Family Attorney on Nov 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Tough, talented and thorough litigator.
Douglas Borthwick, Litigation Attorney on Nov 18, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Oct 14, 2014
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I endorse as a fantastic and knowledgeable attorney. Has a stellar reputation in the community for providing high quality representation and results for clients!
Michael Schmitt, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 10, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Sean Cleary, Litigation Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.
James Di Bella, Family Attorney on Sep 1, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Schlesinger is not only extremely knowledgeable and experienced in matters of Family Law; he gives back a tremendous amount of time volunteering in Avvo's questions forum.
Steven Brody, Family Attorney on Aug 13, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. Gary is highly skilled in all aspects of family law including divorce, maintenance, child custody, child support and trial of these matters. He is a great advocate who knows his way around the courtroom.
Anthony Scifo, Family Attorney on Aug 11, 2014
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Mr. Schlesinger regularly shows how knowledgeable he is in regard to family law and related proceedings here on the avvo website. Additionally, he further helps the individual by citing the actual statute or case that the individual should review. I endorse this lawyer.
Alan Brinkmeier, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 2, 2014
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The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this reveal his passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping so many people. I endorse this lawyer.
Roger Stelk, Family Attorney on Jul 20, 2014
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I have known Gary for many years. There are very few lawyers who have the knowledge of family law topics off the top of their heads like Gary. He is well versed in all areas of family law, not only knowing the statutes, but recent case law as well. He is a zealous advocate for his clients and well-prepared for his cases.
Hovanes Margarian, Child custody Attorney on Jul 4, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Gina Famularo, Child custody Attorney on Jun 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Thomas Gooch, Family Attorney on May 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. I have known Gary and the quality of work for years He is one of the best in his field. Without reservation I can not speak highly enough of him
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