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I have been practicing law since 1991. I recognize that people who seek my services are in a difficult situation. They would not come to me unless there was a serious issue to be addressed. I try to treat everyone who seeks out my advice with respect and dignity. I listen to their story and seek to give timely, practical advice. Sometimes I have to be brutally honest, but it is important that each client truly understands the situation he or she is facing. I also know that the practice of law requires diligence. We must prepare cases as if they are going forward to trial. This allows us to negotiate settlement from a position of strength and give the best fight possible if the matter is not otherwise not settled before trial.
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35 years
35 years
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$ 300-450 per hour
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State: Illinois
Acquired: 1991
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43 Client Reviews
Showing 6 - 10 of 24 reviews | Advocacy
Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great family/ juvenile attorney
Steve was hired onto my case a couple of months after my initial involvement in the child welfare system... my only regret was waiting the month or two to bring him on to my case. Although he was hired to represent me, he worked hand-in-hand with my husband's legal counsel; never losing sight of the ...
Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Amazing attorney
Steve will fight for you both inside and outside of the court room. He was an amazing trial attorney and kept me well informed during the whole process. He always reassured me, and fought for what was right.
Posted by Kathy | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Fantastic Law Firm!
If I could give more than 5 stars I would! Steven and Tim are a fantastic team! From day one to yesterday's victory I watched Tim's determination and knowledge/skills to never giving up on my sister and the truth! Tim, once he's in that court room nothing else counts but the truth! The knowledge and...
Posted by Justyna | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Family law
I could not say enough amazing things about both Steven and Timothy. I was referred to Steven by another very reputable attorney and as soon as I sat down for my consultation I knew I was in the right hands. I felt safe. I watched Timothy fight for me as if he was fighting for his own truth, his own ...
Posted by Sarah | March 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Order of protection
“I hired Mr. Brandner to help me with an order of protection filed against me by a close family member. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint. He sat with me on Zoom for over 2 hours just waiting for the judge to start our hearing! Mr. Brandner showed that the other side had no case, and ...
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steve on many difficult cases. He is an excellent attorney and a true advocate for his clients. He is extremely knowledgeable and I would highly recommend him for anyone that is seeking efficient and effective representation for family law or business issues."
"I have worked with Mr. Brody on several matters. I have always found him to be professional, persuasive, and reasonable. He always puts his clients position at the forefront never wavering in his beliefs. He is at his best when advancing his client's position on the courtroom. I would not hesitate to endorse him or retain him if the need ever arose."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steven Brody exudes confidence in the Courtroom. He is an outstanding lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is a competent attorney that focuses on assisting his clients and is a true advocate fro his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Steve on many difficult family cases, and have found him to be a passionate advocate for his clients."
"I was represented by Steve and he did an absolutely stellar job on my real estate matter. As a fellow attorney, I know how I want to be treated. Both Steve and his staff provided efficient, timely and cost-effective service and the outcome of the litigation was better than expected."
"I endorse this lawyer. i have opposed steven, been on the same side as him, referred him cases in mchenry county. he is an experienced family law attorney who works hard for his clients and cares about the children in cases."
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Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1998 - Present
Owner, Steven J. Brody & Associates, Ltd.
2015 - Present
McHenry County Bar Association Destination Seminar CommiteeMember
2010 - Present
Lake County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
McHenry County Bar AssociationMember
1993
BS - Bachelor of Science
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
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