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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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39 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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 Sarah | March 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
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 ...
Posted by Michael | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Top of the line divorce and family attorney
I have worked with Mr. Brody for many years, regarding a number of family matters. No matter how big or small, Mr. Brody has always given his full attention to the matters, always concentrating on my child's best interests in mind, above all. He is forthright, has impeccable integrity, and will pre...
Posted by Matt | December 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
FIVE STAR Attorney + Superbly Recommended!!
Attorney Steven is an outstanding professional who handled my case so swiftly that it is unimaginable how quickly he got my divorce settled. There was no progress made in my divorce since 2018 Nov, and I hired attorney Steven in July 2020. And lo behold, under his legal counsel, I got divorced under...
Thank you for this vote of confidence. I hope all has been well since your divorce.
Posted by Erica | November 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Beyond my expectations!
I was looking for an aggressive attorney to handle some very serious post judgment matters involving my ex-husband and our children. Steven was recommended to me by a friend whom he had represented in some post judgment matters. I was told that he would respond quickly and take immediate action. I...
Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to assist you through a very difficult time.
"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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2022
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
English
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