Posted by Keeley | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate Care

From the very first meeting all the way through to the final agreement, Deborah Kimelman was incredible. She brought a rare combination of expertise, professionalism, and genuine compassion to every part of the process. She helped mediate my divorce with such care and efficiency, always keeping the... bigger picture in mind — especially when it came to making sure our child’s well-being stayed front and center. Thanks to Deborah’s steady guidance, everything stayed respectful and constructive, and we were able to lay the groundwork for a healthy co-parenting relationship. I’m deeply grateful for her thoughtful approach and the real care she showed during such a tough time.

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Posted by Sherri | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great attorney

I hired Deborah to do my divorce and I was not disappointed. Deborah is so incredibly knowledgeable that it is beyond words. She makes sure you understand everything and she truly cares. You won’t be disappointed!! She is the best.

Posted by Nathan | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Did not choose divorce, but I am thankful I chose Deborah S. Kimelman as my attorney.

Deborah has been the most supportive and understanding counsel navigating me through dissolution of marriage. I am so happy I hired her over all the other attorneys I interviewed.

Posted by Val | April 28, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Debbie is knowledgeable, Compassionate and Effective- The Attorney you want on your side!!!!

After a frustrating and stressful experience with my first attorney (first 19 months of my divorce), I was honestly losing hope — until I was referred to Debbie. From the very first meeting, she restored my confidence and gave me the support and hope I needed. She restored my faith in the legal pro...cess. Debbie didn't just see me as a case, she saw me as a person who needed strength, guidance and compassion during one of the most challenging times in my life. At the consultation meeting Debbie said to me: "I practice law to help people like you, not to get rich". That sentence stuck with me, and I knew immediately that she was the attorney I wanted by my side. Debbie stepped into my case seamlessly with professionalism, compassion, and always one step ahead, making the complex legal process feel manageable and much less intimidating. Debbie was always very transparent, answered every question with clarity, VERY responsive and always made me feel like a priority. She fought for my family's future and made sure my voice was finally heard. Thanks to her strategy and genuine care, my divorce was resolved efficiently and with far less stress than I ever thought possible. I am so thankful I trusted Debbie to guide me through this difficult time. If you are looking for an attorney who will truly fight for you and get the job done right, I highly recommend Debbie. She is the one you want on your side.

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Posted by Susan | August 27, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Debbie

I'm a former client of this attorney. I hired her after i had a very bad experience with another attorney. Attorney Kimmelman is extremely knowledgeable and competent. She fights for every client and every issue. I had the best possible experience with her. She was proactive and was able to predict e...very step of the opposite side. She is available 24/7 and never suggests unnecessary motions or steps to bill extra fees. BTW, she is extremely generous with her fees and very honest. NEVER will suggest something that makes no sense. My divorce was very difficult and I had to continue professional relationships with this attorney for another two years after the date of the divorce. The results exceeded all possible expectations. I will provide few fact which speak volumes about professionalism of this attorney, During 2.5 years of this nightmare called divorce the opposite side did not win a single motion. When my divorce was finally over, my ex husband recommended my attorney ( not his) to his colleague/friend, which attests the best to the professionalism and personal skills of Debra Kimmelman. I would not ask for a better divorce attorney.

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Deborah Sue Kimelman

About Deborah

Biography

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Legal expertise with integrity and a caring heart. Thorough, reliable, knowledgeable, compassionate and tough.

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Awards

Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 36 years

Location

Law Office of Deborah S. Kimelman