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Maxine Weiss Kunz
also known as Maxine Weiss-Kunz
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About Maxine
Biography
Maxine Weiss Kunz is a Founding Member and Partner of Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC and has been practicing 100% family law since 2005, including traditional litigation, adoptions, and collaborative law. She is certified for appointment as a Child Representative or Guardian ad Litem in Cook County. She is also certified to practice collaborative law in Illinois. Maxine is on the board of the Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois and a certified mediator through the Center for Conflict Resolution and the Cook County courts.
Maxine received her undergraduate degrees from Indiana University-Bloomington, where she double-majored in Psychology and Telecommunications. She earned her J.D. from the Chicago-Kent College of Law where she received a certificate in its Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution program, and was a member of Kent's prestigious Mock Trial Advocacy Team.
Maxine Weiss Kunz has published numerous articles, lectured on various family law issues, and is a member of the following professional organizations: Illinois State Bar Association, Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois, Chicago Bar Association, and DuPage County Bar Association. She is substantially involved in the ISBA, including sitting on committees and frequent volunteer work. In March 2018, she was featured in a spotlight article in The Catalyst, the newsletter of the ISBA’s Standing Committee on Women and the Law. The newsletter highlights the passion and dedication that Maxine brings to her work in family law, as well as her achievements and the recognition she has received, including her selection as a 2020 Super Lawyer and as one of 40 Under 40 Attorneys to Watch by the American Society of Legal Advocates.
Maxine is a member of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), and she sits on the organization's Board of Directors. AFCC is the premier interdisciplinary and international association of professionals dedicated to the resolution of family conflict. AFCC members include many of the leading practitioners, researchers, educators, and policymakers in the family court arena.
Maxine, her husband, three children, and their pets live west of the city. In her "free time," she enjoys swimming and yoga, and is involved in a monthly book club.
Experienced & Compassionate Family Law Attorney. 312-646-4397
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
12 years
Family
32%
12 years
Child Custody
28%
12 years
Adoption
5%
12 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2016 2014
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
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Online Presence
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Maxine Weiss Kunz's Reviews
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Posted by Paul | February 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Maxine is an A+ Divorce Attorney
Maxine is a great lawyer. My ex and I went through a contentious divorce (a divorce I didn't want) throughout 2022. Maxine was my protector, my confidant, my therapist and my attorney. It was the most difficult year of my life and she was there for me at every turn, providing expert legal advice. ...
Posted by Amanda Miller | February 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great find on Avvo
Maxine and her team worked on my complex case for a good year and a half. During that time they were professional, compassionate, always responsive to emails and calls, and worked their hardest for the best result possible. Definitely would recommend.
Posted by Amanda | December 01, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgeable and responsive
Going through a divorce, especially with children, is a difficult and confusing process. Maxine and Justin were very professional, compassionate, and patient while helping me. Maxine listened to me when I did know what I wanted and helped me through the aspects of the law with which I wasn't familiar...
Posted by Joseph | November 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Child support
I will say that I am pleased that I found Maxine, she is wonderful and she was kind and always answered my questions, she is a good listener and she works well with the states attorney and other lawyers, I live in Phoenix but she took my case and I got the results that I was looking for. I highly rec...
Posted by Marwan | July 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Helpful and Patient
Maxine was always very helpful and available to answer my many questions through my divorce process. She followed through on everything that was needed and was very reassuring. She managed to help make the whole process as stress-free as possible. My experience with Maxine and her staff was very favo...
Maxine Weiss Kunz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Maxine is a highly respected and renowned family law attorney in the legal community. I have referred her to my clients' cases for many years and the 100% positive feedback assure me she is a Super Lawyer indeed. She is honest, smart, hardworking. I strongly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maxine took the risk to start her own firm and never look back. She met that challenge easily and provides high-quality legal services to her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maxine is smart, professional and a great attorney to have in your corner."
"I endorse Attorney Weiss Kunz whole heartedly. I practice Bankruptcy law and, as you can imagine, this field and Family law intersect quite often. We often discuss the ramifications of each of our respective areas of law on the other's. She has always been keen to learn as much as possible in order to better advocate on behalf of her clients. She is a zealous attorney and I trust her judgment."
"Maxine is a respected family law attorney because she is an empathic, zealous advocate for her clients. Her litigation skills are outstanding. She is also an astute negotiator and mediator. I give Maxine my highest recommendation, without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Attorney Kunz is a respected lawyer in her field. She is a zealous advocate for her clients and knows her way around a courtroom and/or settlement table."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have discussed professional matters with Maxine on several occasions. I am also familiar with a very favorable result that she achieved in a difficult case that I once handled and I have observed her demeanor in court. Maxine is a zealous advocate for her clients and I would highly recommend her."
"Maxine is an honest, hard-working lawyer with a great reputation in the legal community."
"Maxine is an excellent attorney, representing her clients zealously and maintaining at all times a professional and ethical demeanor. she is a pleasure to work with, and i highly endorser her. clients are fortunate to have her services."
"Attorney Kunz is an experienced and respected attorney in her field. Her knowledge of the law and dedicated representation would make anyone lucky to have her as their counsel. I endorse this lawyer."
"Maxine is a tremendous Family Law attorney. As a result she is well respected in Chicago's legal community. Maxine is very intelligent and acts with tremendous civility in the courtroom. I endorse this lawyer."
"Maxine is a zealous advocate for her clients with an excellent reputation in the community. She is always prepared for court, of the highest moral character, and an effective negotiator/skilled litigator."
"I endorse Ms. Kunz. She is well known in the family-law community. She is professional, honest, very detailed and vigorously defends her clients' rights. Her skills include drafting, negotiation and litigation. Any client would be lucky to have Ms. Kunz as his or her attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Maxine is a professional and courteous attorney with whom I have had the pleasure to oppose in several divorce matters. She strikes a excellent balance between client advocacy and openness to settlement, such that matters are resolved expeditiously and fairly."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois Award, Collaborative Law Institute of Illinois
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Lawyers of Distinction Award, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 40 Lawyer Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Emerging Family Lawyers, Leading Lawyers
2016
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
CALI Award of Excellence in Family Law, Chicago-Kent
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner and Founding Member, Weiss-Kunz & Oliver, LLC
2008 - 2014
Attorney, Rosenfeld Hafron Shapiro & Farmer
2004 - 2008
Attorney, The Law Firm of Debra J. Braselton, P.C.
Associations
2015 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationLiason of Health Care Council
2015 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember, ISBA Delegate
2005 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationCouncil Member
2005 - Present
DuPage County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Collaborative Law Institute of IllinoisFellow
2008 - 2013
Chicago Bar AssociationMember
2005 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
IRMO Doermer, 955 N.E.2d 1225, (1st Dist. 2011).
A nonmodification clause was upheld, despite the unallocated nature of the support.
Education
2005
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Indiana University
Speaking Engagements
2015
Jnt. Domestic Relations and Domestic Violence Meeting
Orders of Protection: Sword or Shield?
2014
Advanced Custody and Visitation Issues
Visitation RIghts of Non-parents
2008
Basic Skills Course for New Lawyers
Ethical Considerations for Lawyers
2007
GAL Training for Adoption Cases in DuPage Co.
Caselaw update: Parental Unfitness in Adoption actions
Publications
2024
2024
2024
2023
2023
2023
2016
Leading Lawyers Magazine
2016 Guide to Jewish Living in Chicago,"
2014
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
"Legal Advice for Working Parents"
2013
Chicago Daily Law Bulletin
(Abe) Lincoln - movie review
2012
Illinois State Bar Association Family Law Newsletter
ARDC hearing board recommends overturning disciplinary action charged against family law attorney
2011
Illinois State Bar Association
Changes to Illinois Supreme Court Rule 216
2009
Indiana State Bar Association
Collaborative Law -- A Brief Overview
2007
Illinois State Bar Association Bar News
E-mail Etiquette
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
How to complete the Stipulation to Hear Uncontested Cause? I'm filing an uncontested divorce in Cook county & reside in Chicago.
07 Oct 2014
Q&A
Is it the law in illinois for dhs to collect child support for 2 years even if non custodial parent has paid child support
03 Oct 2014