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

61 Client Reviews

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Posted by Regianld Moore | September 14, 2025 | Education

Highly Recommend Mr. Glink

Mr. Glink provided exceptional and professional legal guidance during our challenging issues with the school district. He was consistently responsive, ensuring we understood each step of the complex process through clear communication and regular updates. Despite the matter requiring more time than e...xpected, Mr. Glink honored his original consultation fee, demonstrating his integrity and respect for clients. His thorough expertise instilled confidence, and his dedication to achieving the right outcome was clear. We highly recommend Mr. Glink for his legal skill and genuine professionalism.

Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Education

Advocate

Steve took on my son's misconduct case with the school district and was up front from the start on how things may play out. We retained him for a flat fee which we felt was fair given the circumstances. He believed in our son's case and did his best to represent him. Ultimately, we got the best outco...me with a minimal explusion given the circumstances. He was always available and wonderful with communication. We would work with him again.

Posted by Natalie | December 29, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Education

Best education attorney ever!

Mr. Glink has worked tirelessly for my 7 yo son, whom has special needs. He helped to get my son the education he so desperately needs and deserves. He is worth every penny. I highly recommend Steven to anyone who is fighting to get their child the best education that all children are entitled to. We... couldn’t of done any of this without him!

Posted by jon | October 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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!!!

Posted by Maria | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Education

I thank God for meeting Mr.Glink

Highly recommend Mr.Steven Glink! He helped us with a Chicago public school case! All I have to say is Amazing! Not only did he take the time to mediate with the school for us but he did it *FREE OF CHARGE* Thank you so much Mr. Glink u where the light in the end of a dark and horrible tunnel. Witch ...we could not see our way thru until u came along to help! From the bottom of my heart I THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING U DID FOR MY SON!

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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

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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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