Steven Earl Glink

Steven Earl Glink

also known as Steve Glink

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 44 years

Education Lawyer at Northbrook, IL
Practice Areas: Education, Juvenile, Criminal Defense

3338 Commercial Ave, Northbrook, IL

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Education 70%

student discipline, special education - Section 504 and IEP, residency, athletic eligibility, food allergies and employment

40 years

70%
Criminal Defense 10%

Criminal Adult and Juvenile Defense.

47 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 44 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1981

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Steven E. Glink

3338 Commercial Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062-1909

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Steven Earl Glink's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | 1 star

Posted by Erin | May 27, 2026 | Hired Attorney

WARNING TO FAMILIES CONSIDERING STEVEN E GLINK

WARNING TO FAMILIES CONSIDERING STEVEN E. GLINK: Parents hire attorneys during vulnerable moments believing they are paying for strong advocacy, strategic guidance, and real action. In our experience, retaining Steven E. Glink felt like throwing thousands of dollars away while receiving little com...munication, minimal preparation, repeated delays, and virtually no meaningful progress in return. We were left constantly chasing updates, questioning whether important details were being handled at all, and feeling completely unsupported throughout the process. Instead of receiving reassurance or competent guidance during an already stressful situation, we experienced frustration, confusion, and growing concern about the lack of urgency and professionalism. What made the situation even more disturbing was that after we had already paid a substantial retainer and saw virtually no meaningful action taken on our case, we were later told that if we wanted to continue pursuing legal action against the school district, we would need to provide an additional $10,000. After the lack of progress and advocacy we had already experienced, this felt unbelievable and deeply inappropriate. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend Steven E. Glink under any circumstances and would strongly urge families to seek representation elsewhere. Do not hire Steven Glink unless you are prepared to spend significant money while experiencing even more stress, frustration, and emotional trauma throughout an already difficult situation. Families dealing with sensitive legal matters deserve transparency, responsiveness, and genuine advocacy, and we strongly caution others to carefully research and consider all options before placing their trust and finances into this representation. After everything our family experienced, I believe Mr. Glink should be deeply ashamed of the level of representation and conduct we encountered during one of the hardest periods of our lives.

Steven Glink

Replied last May 29, 2026

This case was about the production of documents. At first, the other side would not produce the documents. I advocated for my clients and got the other side to produce some documents. When I insisted that they produce all of the documents, they produced redacted documents. I argued with them to clear they redaction, but they refused citing different legal arguments. I explained to the client that the only option was to seek a court order forcing them to produce unredacted documents. I explained that litigation is a lengthy, and expensive process. I also explained that there was no guarantee that the judge would agree with our legal arguments. She declined to pursue the lawsuit. The problem was not with me or my efforts, The problem was that the client did not understand the negotiation and legal process. She did not understand that I had to review all of the unredacted documents to determine whether or not she had a viable lawsuit and that without a court order, I could not get the unredacted documents. I put more time into her case than I charged her for. I think if people read all of my reviews they will see that I am highly regarded in my field. I guess you can't please everyone.

Posted by jon | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Review

We hired Steven at a desperate moment when our son had gotten into trouble. We where desperate and he used scare tactics to get us to retain him at a high rate. When it came down to protecting my son's rights he did nothing. My son got the max penalty. There are two things that are really distu...rbing about how he represents us. The first, he talked us into accepting the worst penalty with out explaining what was happing. I feel he only did this because he had already been paid. Second, and the most important reason, never to use Steven is that after he was paid he was unwilling to help. He walked us into accepting a 45 day alternative placement. We signed It because one of the schools that the district had on the list we felt could finally really help our son. When the school district later was unwilling to code the referral so my son could attend this school Steven did nothing to help for over two weeks. Finally I called the schools attorney to see if I could over come the situation. I got a finally I got a nasty call from Steven telling me this how unprofessional my action was. My reply is I hired you too fight for my son and you did not so I had too. Do not hire Steven Glink we will not fight for you!!!

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Steven Earl Glink's Lawyer Endorsements

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Saul Rodick

Education lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is an outstanding attorney that I have had cases with over many years."

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Robert Swain

Education lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steve does an excellent job representing students, families, and employees in school-related matters. He knows the law, he fights for his clients' rights, and he's tough but fair. His approach gets good results for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Leading Lawyer, 2011-2017 Leading Lawyer

2016

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2015

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2014

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2013

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2012

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2011

Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers in America

2003

Father of the Year, American Diabetes Association

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Steven E. Glink

1986 - 1991

Associate, Ancel Glink

1983 - 1986

Felony Division, Cook County Criminal Court

1981 - 1983

Juvenile Division, Cook County Criminal Court

1979 - 1981

Law Clerk - Juvenile Court, Cook County Criminal Court

Associations

1981 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Colquitt v. Rich Township High School District #227

favorable

Colquitt v. Rich Township High School District #227

favorable

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Education

1979

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Illinois

B.A.

Languages

English

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