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 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 Lisa | April 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Amazing Attorney

Debbie is amazing NOT your typical attorney, She doesn’t delay your case and only concerned about making money! Debbie not only is brilliant from a legal perspective and knowledge she is also strategic in her approach! Debbie won’t allow the wheels of justice to move slow … she works your case ever...y day and will always be honest with you even when you don’t want to get it!

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Posted by Rob | August 19, 2013 | Child Custody

Best decision we made was hiring Deborah Kimelman

I had a high profile case that was handled by Deborah starting in 2007. She was able to grab control of the matter involving my case as it was being dragged out and that previous lawyers had failed to do and in the end, I was awarded custody of my child. She has always been open with all options an...d never backed away from any challenge including giving 110% on our case. She has been there for my child and our family anytime of the day and prompt in returning calls since the day we hired her to represent our family. If you want an attorney that has reasonable rates, honest and willing to fight for you, I would strongly recommend hiring Deborah Kimelman for any divorce matter.

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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