Mario Raymond Ventrelli

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Mario Raymond Ventrelli

5.0
43 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Northfield, IL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

191 Waukegan Road., Suite. 211, Northfield, IL

About Mario

Biography

For your divorce and family law needs. Mario Ventrelli, named in Best Lawyers in America.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Family 30%

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Child Custody 20%

20%
Child Support 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2020 2018 2017
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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 30 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1995

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Ventrelli Simon LLC

191 Waukegan Road., Suite. 211, Northfield, IL, 60093

ventrellisimon.com/legal-team

Mario Raymond Ventrelli's Reviews

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Posted by Susan | October 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney

Divorce can be a very upsetting and emotional event. From the very first phone call I could feel the care and compassion in Mario's voice. Very thorough and knowledgeable and will fight for you as his client, but also quite personable and was able to put me at ease. He was also very conscienti...ous about not wasting my money. Would highly recommend.

Posted by Patty | May 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great firm

Mario helped me with my divorce. He ensured I was able to understand what I should receive and fought for me to get it. The staff was attentive as well especially Reena.

Posted by Dan | July 8, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A very SOLID referral for Mario!

Mario was referred to me from one of my very close friends. Having never met him before, Mario was immediately one of the kind of people I could relate to, and I felt right at ease. I didn't just "need a lawyer", I needed someone to walk with me through some of the biggest decisions of my life.. H...is confidence (during this very unfamiliar adventure) came with very clear direction, and experienced guidance. I could trust all of his advice, and still have endless flexibility to ask questions outside of the box, or change direction within many well-explained options. I felt like he was always in my corner, on my team, and honestly could not imagine how things could have gone without him. I am a BIG fan of Mario and his equally warm and super-responsive legal team)! I solidly refer him now to all my friends, family, and you as well.

Posted by Brian | July 20, 2022 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Sr. Director of Development

Mario is exceptionally capable and professional. He answered each of my questions thoroughly and anticipated questions I had not considered. His knowledge of the law is extensive and his judgement, regarding cost/benefits of legal action was valuable.

Posted by Dawn | July 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Ventrelli Simon is an outstanding Family Law Firm

Mario Ventrelli is an excellent attorney that I would highly recommend. He is extremely skilled, trustworthy and a true pleasure to work with, as was was his entire office and staff. Going through a divorce is a deeply emotional and private experience, throughout the entire process I felt confident ...that Mario would guide me, in the right direction, each step of the way. Thank you to Mario, Neal, Reena and the staff of Ventrelli Simon LLC. for all the work you did on my behalf and supporting me along the way, I am grateful to all of you.

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Mario Raymond Ventrelli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Kelleher

Unknown lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mario is a superior attorney. He is a true professional and a committed advocate to his client's needs. I endorse this lawyer."

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Stuart Reid

Family lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mario is thoughtful, dedicated and well-spoken. He is a credit to our profession."

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Joshua Jackson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ronald Nelson

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neal Simon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mario Ventrelli is a superb attorney."

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Raiford Palmer

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Mario speak at Bar Association seminars and also participated in training sessions with me. His training seminar regarding premarital agreements is outstanding, as are the written materials he prepared. His methods for handling premarital agreements have shaped the way we handle them in our firm for the better."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh & Smith

2018

Best Law Firms in Illinois, Us News & World Report

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Best Law Firms in Illinois, US News & World Report

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh & Smith

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2016

Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh & Smith

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Law Firms in Illinois, US News & World Report

2015

Best Law Firms in Illinois, US New & World Report

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The Nation Trial Lawyers

2015

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2015

Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh & Smith

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Best Lawyers In America, Naifeh & Smith

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Best Lawyers In America, Naifeh & Smith

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2013

Illinois Leading Lawyers, Leading Lawyers Network

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2012

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Best Lawyers In America, Naifeh & Smith

2011

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Best Lawyers In America, Naifeh & Smith

2010

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network

2010

Best Lawyers in America, Naifeh & Smith

2009

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Leading Lawyers Network

2008

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

Rising Stars, SuperLawyer

2007

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network

2006

Illinois Leading Lawyer, Illinois Leading Lawyers Network

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Ventrelli Simon LLC

1998 - 2014

Partner, Schiller, DuCanto & Fleck

1995 - 1998

Associate, Peskind Law Firm

Associations

2009 - Present

American Bar Association, Family Law Trial Advocacy Institute

Faculty

Justinian Society

Member

Pi Sigma Alpha

Member

Illinois State Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Education

1995

DePaul University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

DePaul University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Arizona American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Conference

Sure Fire Techniques in Cross Examining the Financial Expert

2015

AICPA Skills Workshop

Expert Witness Skills Workshop

2015

ABA Annual Meeting

Is It Admissible? Social Media Evidence

2014

Indiana Bench and Bar Conference

Deception is Reality

2014

Chicago Bar Association CLE

Detecting Deception

2013

New Mexico Family Law Institute

Ex, Lies & Videotape

2013

Louisville Bar Association 16th Annual Family Law Seminar

Liar's Court

2013

Florida AICPA Valuation, Forensic Accounting and Litigation Services Conference

A Brief Education on Prevarication

2012

North Carolina Bar Association Family Law Section Seminar

Detecting the Liar

2012

AICPA/AAML National Conference on Divorce

The Truth About Lies

2012

Advanced Evidentiary Issues at Trial

The Role of Social Media

2011

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Annual Conference

Liar's Court: Defeating Lies in Matrimonial Matters

2010

ABA Section of Family Fall Conference

Ex, Lies and Videotape

2009

American Bar Association Section of Family Law, 2009 Fall/Spring CLE Conference

Everything You Wanted to Know About Reasonable Compensation(But Were Afraid to Ask)

2009

AICPA Fraud & Forensic Accounting Conference, Fall 2009

Machiavellian Negotiation and Mediation Tactics

2009

AICPA Fraud & Forensic Accounting Conference

Family Law Hot Topics

2008

American Bar Association/American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Webinar

Assets or Income? Double Dipping in Divorce

2007

DuPage County Bar Association Family Law & Practice Committee MCLE

Ante Nuptial Agreements

2004

Nevada Bar Association Annual Meeting

Uncovering Hidden Income

2004

Lake County Bar Association Family Law Conference

Personal Property Issues In Divorce

2003

American Bar Association Section of Family Law Fall CLE Meeting,

Trusts: Creativity in Dividing Marital Property

2002

American Bar Association Section of Family Law Fall CLE Meeting

Duration of Marriage:When is it Over?

2000

ISBA Annual Meeting Law Ed. Series

Shhh! Someone May Be Listening: A Journey Into the Murky World of Electronic Surveillance

1999

ISBA Annual Meeting Law Ed. Series

Maintenance and Property Settlements

1997

Kane County Family Law Annual Seminar

A Leveling the Playing Field Primer

1996

Program Speaker

Kids in a Divorcing Society

Publications

2012

American Journal of Family Law How I Learned to Stop Worrying About Liars and Love Microexpressions

2002

ABA Family Advocate Litigating the Agreement

2000

Chicago Daily Law Bulletin Appeals Court Ruling Imperils Unallocated Support Payment

1997

Kane County Bar Journal A Leveling-of-the-Playing Field Primer

1997

Kane County Bar Journal Practice Tips

Languages

English

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